Lockyer

Lockyer is a surname and a placename used in various English-speaking regions. In Australia, the term is especially associated with Queensland, where it denotes several geographic features in the southeast part of the state. The Lockyer Valley is a fertile rural region west of Brisbane, known for vegetables, dairy, and fruit production. Towns such as Gatton and Laidley lie within or near the valley.

The Lockyer River rises in the Great Dividing Range and flows through the valley toward the Brisbane River, supporting agriculture and communities. Lockyer National Park protects portions of the surrounding high plateaus and eucalypt forests, contributing to conservation and tourism in the area.

As a surname, Lockyer occurs in England and other English-speaking countries; it is of English origin. The name may be found in historical records, with bearers contributing to communities across Australia, the United Kingdom, and beyond.