SHACKLOCK
Shacklock
Shacklock is a surname of English origin, primarily found in the counties of Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire. The name is derived from the Old English word "sceac" meaning 'a bar or bolt' and "locc" meaning 'lock', suggesting a person who worked with locks or possibly a lock keeper.
History and Distribution
The Shacklock surname dates back to medieval times, with early records showing variations such as Shackelock and Shackelocke. The name is concentrated in the East Midlands region of England, particularly in the aforementioned counties.
Notable Individuals
1. Henry Shacklock (1800–1870)
- An influential industrialist known for his work in the stove and cast iron manufacturing industry in the 19th century.
2. Emily Shacklock (b. 1985)
- British singer-songwriter known for her folk-influenced music and poignant lyrics.
Variants
Variants of the Shacklock surname include Shackelock, Shackelocke, and Shakelock.
References
- P. H. Reaney, "A Dictionary of English Surnames", Oxford University Press, 1997.
- https://www.ancestry.co.uk/name-origin?surname=shacklock
Typical given names associated with the Shacklock surname
Male
- Alan
- Ben
- Dave
- David
- James
- John
- Jon
- Joseph
- Lee
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
- Robert
- Russell
Female
- Ann
- Doreen
- Emma
- Joan
- Julie
- Karen
- Kerry
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.
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Did you know?
According to a survey carried out by Democracy Club, politicians and candidates with the surname Shacklock are most likely to say that their favourite biscuit is a Dark chocolate ginger biscuit.
There are approximately 570 people named Shacklock in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Shacklock.
Famous people named Shacklock
- Alan Shacklock - Musician, composer, record producer
- Frank Shacklock - Cricketer (1861 to 1937)
Names and descriptions courtesy of Wikipedia, and may contain errors. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every famous person with this name.