The name Sherlock is a popular name and parents adore it due to its significance on the character. Sherlock name meaning is Light Haired and it associate lucky number is 1. Sherlock is a versatile name that has been popular in the English-speaking world for many decades and Sherlock name meaning is also deep. Find out the pronunciation of Sherlock and other well-known baby names that sound similar to Sherlock in the United States of America (USA).
Where the meaning of light is the the brightness that comes from the sun, fire, etc. and from electrical devices, and that allows things to be seen; and haired meaning is with the hair described.
The name "Sherlock" is of American origin and is derived from the Old English name "Scirloc," composed of the elements "scir," meaning "bright" or "shining," and "loc," meaning "lock" or "enclosure." Originally a surname, "Sherlock" was used to denote someone who lived near a bright or clear stream. The name gained literary fame through the character of Sherlock Holmes, created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle in the late 19th century. Sherlock Holmes is a renowned fictional detective known for his exceptional intellect, deductive reasoning, and keen observational skills. As a given name, "Sherlock" carries connotations of intelligence, curiosity, and ingenuity, inspired by its iconic literary namesake.