What origin is the name Sherlock?

Sherlock comes from English naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

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Names from the same english tradition pair naturally with Sherlock — for example Evelyn, Harper, Ella. You can browse more on our english names page.

Sherlock

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Sherlock

Sherlock

Boy

English

2 syllables

Sherlock is an English boy's name meaning "Fair haired.".

With English roots, Sherlock is a boy name that means "Fair haired.". At 8 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 2 syllables.

Origin: English
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Last updated 22 October 2026.

Meaning

Fair haired.

Popularity

No birth-record data (source: not in US birth records; popularity in India is not tracked)

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What does Sherlock mean?

Sherlock is a boy name of English origin meaning "Fair haired.".

How popular is Sherlock?

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