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Updated November 25, 2023 by Jennifer M.

Jock

  • Gender: Male
  • Origin: English
  • Meaning: Diminutive Form Of John
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What is the meaning of the name Jock?

The name Jock is primarily a male name of English origin that means Diminutive Form Of John.

Jock Whitney, (John Hay), newspaper publisher, philanthropist and diplomat. Slang term for athlete, from the athletic supporter "jock strap"

People who like the name Jock also like:

Bo, Joaquin, Skip, Vincent, Jed, Jasper, Frye, Rachel, Talia, Jill, Eowyn, Emma, Dolly, Regina

Names like Jock:

Joss, Jack, Jae, Joshwa, Jecca, Jag, Ji-Yu, Jo, Jai, Jacques, Jayesh, Jesus, Joe, Jesiah, Jazz, Ji, Josiah, Joji, Joshua, Josie, Jaycee, Joao, Joie, Joey, Jake, Jackie, Jozi, Josh, Juji, Jaya

Stats for the Name Jock

checkmark Jock is currently not in the top 100 on the Baby Names Popularity Charts
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Potential drawbacks of using the name Jock:

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1. Potential for teasing or bullying due to the association with the term "jock" being used to describe a stereotypical athlete.
2. Limited career options as the name may create expectations or assumptions about the child's interests and abilities.
3. Difficulty in establishing a unique identity as the name Jock is relatively common and lacks distinctiveness.
4. Potential for mispronunciation or misspelling, leading to constant corrections and misunderstandings.
5. Cultural insensitivity or lack of understanding in certain regions where the term "jock" may not be commonly used or understood.