About Shedlock
The surname Shedlock is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "scead" meaning "shade" or "shadow," and "loc" meaning "enclosure" or "enclosed place." Therefore, Shedlock is believed to have originated as a topographic or locational surname, referring to someone who lived near or in a shaded or enclosed area. It may have also been used as a nickname for someone who frequently sought shelter or shade.
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The surname Shedlock is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Shedlock based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Shedlock is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Shedlock in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Shedlock using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.