Origin:Scottish
Other Origin(s):Yiddish
Meaning:Pool, pit; Polish
Originally a Scottish habitational name, Pollock is a boy's name that stems from the Gaelic word poll, meaning "pool" or "pit." There's also a chance it could be linked to Jewish heritage, with roots in the Yiddish word Polak, meaning Polish. This name is also synonymous with the famous artist Jackson Pollock, whose abstract expressionist style was all about bold strokes and hidden depths. Your little one might be an adventurer, an artist, or both— with Pollock, you can help foster their creative spirit.

Famous People Named Pollock

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  • Jackson Pollock
    Painter

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