WEDLOCK
Wedlock
Wedlock is a British surname that has its origins in medieval England. The surname is derived from the Middle English word "wedlac," meaning marriage or matrimony.
Origin
The surname Wedlock likely originated as a nickname for someone who had recently gotten married or was associated with marriage ceremonies. It may also have been used to denote someone who was born in wedlock, meaning legitimate parentage.
Distribution
The surname Wedlock is not very common in the United Kingdom, with most bearers of the name found in the south-western areas of England, particularly in Devon and Somerset.
Famous Bearers
Notable individuals with the surname Wedlock include:
- Jim Wedlock (1924–1995), English footballer who played as a defender for Bristol City and the England national team in the 1950s.
- Tracey Wedlock, a contemporary British artist known for her paintings inspired by nature and folklore.
Trivia
In the English language, the phrase "in wedlock" is used to describe children born to parents who are legally married, as opposed to those born out of wedlock.
Overall, the surname Wedlock has a rich history dating back to medieval times and continues to be borne by individuals across the United Kingdom.
Typical given names associated with the Wedlock surname
Male
- Alan
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Joseph
- Kris
- Michael
- Mike
- Paul
- Richard
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Alice
- Catherine
- Elizabeth
- Jean
- Julie
- Karen
- Kris
- Laura
- Linda
- Mary
- Patricia
- Sarah
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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There are approximately 502 people named Wedlock in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Wedlock.
Famous people named Wedlock
- Fred Wedlock - Musician (1942 to 2010)
- Billy Wedlock - Football player (1880 to 1965)
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.