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Lock

LOK1 syllable
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A mechanism for securing something, or a lock of hair. (English)

What does Lock mean?

English: A mechanism for securing something, or a lock of hair.. Lock can refer to a fastening mechanism or a lock of hair, commonly used as a name in modern contexts.

Is Lock a good dog name?

Not yet rated. Short and clear — a practical length for recall at the park.

Lock in the Pets in the City community

We don't have publishable popularity figures for Lock in our Auckland community. This does not tell us how common the name is.

From anonymised, aggregated records of dogs at our 5 Auckland centres. Our community, not a national census.

What kind of dog does Lock suit?

Modern

Suggestions only — plenty of dogs happily wear names that break every rule.

Our entirely unscientific pack opinion

Introducing Lock

As Lock settles in for nap time, I hear the others saying, 'I hope he doesn’t keep us all locked out of dreamland!'

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