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Sherlock

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Used by Scottish author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle for his character Sherlock Holmes, who was a detectiv

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Based on famous people named Sherlock and cultural associations, this name tends to be associated with:

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Famous People Named Sherlock

Sherlock Holmes

Sherlock Holmes () is a fictional detective created by British author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.

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Sherlock Holmes Was Wrong

Sherlock Holmes was Wrong: Re-opening the Case of the "Hound of the Baskervilles" is a 2007 book by French professor of literature, psychoanalyst, and author Pierre Bayard.

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Sherlock Holmes: The Unauthorized Biography

Sherlock Holmes: The Unauthorized Biography is a Sherlock Holmes pastiche novel by Nick Rennison, originally published in 2005.

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Sherlock Automated Design Analysis

Sherlock Automated Design Analysis is a software tool developed by DfR SolutionsMilitary Aerospace Electronics,"DfR Solutions launches Sherlock automated design analysis software",.

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Sherlock Films

Sherlock Films is a Spanish film production company.

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Kenzo

Japanese

Like Sherlock, Kenzo evokes a sense of sharp intellect and unconventional thinking, often associated with artistic or innovative pursuits.

Ramiro

Spanish

Ramiro shares a similar air of cleverness and a hint of mystery, often linked to historical figures known for their strategic thinking.

Zelig

Yiddish

Zelig, like Sherlock, is associated with keen observation and a unique perspective on the world, albeit in a more whimsical and less heroic way.

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