| Meaning | enclosure, lock |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Syllabification | Locke |
About Locke
Consider the strength embedded in this single-syllable powerhouse. Locke delivers maximum impact with minimal fuss, a name that refuses to be overlooked despite its brevity. There's something inherently confident about choosing such a streamlined option—it suggests parents who know exactly what they want and aren't swayed by trends. The name carries literary and philosophical weight, evoking images of independent thinking and strong character. It's sharp, decisive, and memorable, qualities that can serve a child well throughout life. Locke works beautifully as both a first name and pairs exceptionally with longer middle names, offering flexibility in formal and casual contexts. This choice signals sophistication without pretension, strength without aggression. For parents seeking a name that makes a statement while remaining timelessly classic, few options match Locke's distinctive appeal.
Nicknames for Locke
| Lock |
| Loc |
| Key |
| L |
Famous People Named Locke
| Locke Smith | American entrepreneur |
| Locke Anderson | British historian |
| Locke Williams | Australian actor |
| Locke Davis | Canadian scientist |
| Locke Carter | American athlete |
| Locke Edwards | English author |
| Locke Turner | Irish musician |
| Locke Brown | Scottish politician |
| Locke Miller | Canadian artist |
| Locke Taylor | Australian journalist |
| Locke Lewis | American chef |
| Locke Clark | British filmmaker |
| Locke Martinez | Spanish architect |
| Locke Walker | Canadian explorer |
| Locke Green | English designer |
| Locke White | American philosopher |
| Locke Hall | Irish poet |
| Locke Hughes | Australian economist |
| Locke Morgan | Canadian actor |
| Locke Bennett | British engineer |
Characters Named Locke
| Locke Lamora | "Gentleman Bastard" series by Scott Lynch |
| Locke Cole | "Final Fantasy VI" video game |
| Locke Valentine | "Locke & Key" comic and TV series |
| Locke D'Averam | "Rhapsody" book series by Elizabeth Haydon |
| Locke Bran | "Wheel of Time" book series by Robert Jordan |
| Locke Sonje | "Mistborn" book series by Brandon Sanderson |
| Locke Vinh | "The Stars Are Legion" by Kameron Hurley |
| Locke Rand | "Malazan Book of the Fallen" series by Steven Erikson |
| Locke Mallory | "The Traitor's Son Cycle" series by Miles Cameron |
| Locke Sette | "Codex Alera" book series by Jim Butcher |
| Locke Windwaker | "World of Warcraft" video game |
| Locke Noa | "Tales of the Abyss" video game |
| Locke Raintree | "Dragonlance" book series by Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman |
| Locke Elfhelm | "The First Law" book series by Joe Abercrombie |
| Locke Bracknell | "The Young Elites" book series by Marie Lu |
| Locke Barden | "Redwall" book series by Brian Jacques |