WILLOCK
Willock
Willock is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old English personal name 'Willoc', a diminutive of 'Wilhelm', meaning "will, desire" and "helmet, protection".
History
The Willock surname first appeared in records in the 12th century, principally in the counties of Kent, Essex, Surrey, and Sussex. The Willock family has historically been associated with farming and agricultural work, as well as with trades such as blacksmithing and carpentry.
Notable Individuals
- Joe Willock (born 1999): English professional footballer who has played for clubs like Arsenal and Newcastle United.
- Bob Willock (1931-2015): British artist known for his vibrant and expressive paintings.
- Claudia Willock (1907–1983): Pioneering English female aviator who set several records in the 1930s.
Variants
Variants of the Willock surname include Willcock, Wilcox, Willcocks, and Wilcocks.
References
- Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 735 people named Willock in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,345th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Willock.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- David
- Douglas
- Easton
- James
- John
- Michael
- Nathan
- Paul
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
- Steve
- Thomas
Female
- Bernadette
- Dorothy
- Elizabeth
- Gemma
- Janet
- Joan
- Joanne
- Laura
- Nicola
- Sarah
- Susan