Haslock

Haslock is a surname of English origin, primarily found in the United Kingdom. The name Haslock is believed to be of Old English or possibly Anglo-Saxon origin, deriving from the personal name "Hæsel", meaning hazel, and "locc", which can refer to a lock of hair or a bar.

The surname Haslock may have originated as a nickname for someone with hazel-coloured hair or as a toponymic name for someone who lived near a hazel grove. Alternatively, it could have been an occupational surname for someone who worked with hazel wood, such as a woodcutter or a carpenter.

The distribution of the surname Haslock is most prominent in areas with Anglo-Saxon influence, such as the counties of Worcestershire, Gloucestershire, and Warwickshire. Over the centuries, the surname may have undergone variations in spelling, such as Hasloke or Hasluck, due to regional dialects and illiteracy.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Haslock have contributed to various fields, including literature, music, and politics. The name Haslock carries a sense of heritage and history, reflecting the diverse tapestry of the British Isles.

There are approximately 103 people named Haslock in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Haslock.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • David
  • Graham
  • Ian
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Nicholas
  • Nigel
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Raymond
  • Richard
  • Stuart

Female

  • Alison
  • Anna
  • Carla
  • Clare
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Jean
  • Joanna
  • Lisa
  • Margaret
  • Sian

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