Sherlock Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Sherlock Name at a Glance

Name	Sherlock
Meaning	Blond.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Sherlock Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Sherlock means “Blond”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Sherlock Name Origin

Our database records Sherlock under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Sherlock a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Sherlock is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Sherlock

When considering Sherlock for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.