BoyEnglish origin

Larkin: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

A fierce and victorious child of laurel.

Origin
English
Syllables
2
Current rank
#2693
Peak
#454 in 1880

Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.

Popularity over time

Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)

1880: #45418801910: #116719101920: #131119201930: #202019301940: #185519401950: #172919501960: #208319601980: #374819801990: #455919902000: #337820002005: #349720052010: #405720102015: #283320152020: #26932020#1#4559

What Larkin Means

Larkin is a boy name of English origin. A fierce and victorious child of laurel.

How Popular Larkin Is

Larkin currently ranks #2693 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #454 in 1880. It has been easing off its high.

Good to Know About Larkin

  • Larkin peaked at #454 in the U.S. in 1880.
  • Larkin is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
  • Larkin is a name from the English-speaking tradition.

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Questions About Larkin

What does Larkin mean?

Larkin is a boy name of English origin. A fierce and victorious child of laurel.

How popular is Larkin?

Larkin currently ranks #2693 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #454 in 1880. It has been easing off its high.

Where does Larkin come from?

Larkin comes from English roots. Larkin peaked at #454 in the U.S. in 1880.

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