Gender: Boy
Origin: Scandinavian
Meaning: Sea competition
Popularity: Not in the U.S. top 1,000 names
Havelock Name Meaning and Origin
Havelock is a boy’s name of Scandinavian origin, meaning “sea competition.” It comes from the Old Norse name "Hafleikr", which means "sea sport" or "sea battle". This name was later adapted by the Anglo-Saxons as "Heaflaicc", and eventually evolved into "Havelock". Another possibility is that "Havelock" is derived from the Old English words "hafoc" (hawk) and "loc" (lock of hair), meaning "hawk's hair" or "hawk-like". This interpretation of the name may have arisen because hawks were considered noble and powerful animals, and the name was given to someone who had hawk-like qualities, such as keen eyesight or agility. In modern times, Havelock is sometimes used as a surname, and can also be used as a given name for boys. It has a certain old-fashioned charm, and is not as commonly used as some other names.