Lockwood

Lockwood is a surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English words “loc” meaning enclosure and “wudu” meaning wood. The name was originally given to people who lived near a forest or enclosed woodland area. Lockwood has a long history and can be traced back to the Domesday Book of 1086. Today, the surname is most commonly found in the United States, particularly in the state of Texas. Notable people with the surname Lockwood include American novelist, Belva Plain, and English cricketer, Jonathan Mark “Jonny” Lockwood.