There are
3827
Wheelocks in the USA
Wheelock is the
8602nd
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Wheelock

EleazarWheelock

Founder of Dartmouth College and an influential figure in the education of Native Americans during the 18th century.

JohnHall

American poet and editor known for his lyrical poetry and contributions to literary magazines in the early 20th century.

EleazarWheelock

American soldier and politician who served as a general in the War of 1812 and later became a U.S. Congressman.

MeriwetherLewis

Prominent newspaper publisher and editor, particularly in Michigan, during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

SamuelH.

American physician who made significant contributions to the field of psychiatry, particularly in relation to mental health of Civil War soldiers.

Wheelock Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Wheelock has English origins.
Geographic DistributionThe surname Wheelock is primarily associated with the United States, particularly New England.
VariationsVariations of the surname Wheelock include Whelock, Whhelock, Whellok, Weelock, Weelok, and Weealok.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of individuals with the surname Wheelock occurred primarily during the 17th and 18th centuries from England to the American colonies, with significant settlement in New England. Reasons for migration and immigration included seeking new opportunities, religious freedom, and the establishment of educational institutions.