Larkin

Larkin is a Irish girl's name. Originally an Irish surname derived from the Latin Laurentius. Has a playful, spirited quality with literary connections.

How popular is Larkin in the United States?

In 2024, 44 girls in the United States were named Larkin, making it the 3,535th most popular girl's name that year.

It has fallen over the decade, from 2,226th ten years before.

Its busiest year on record was 2018, with 155 births.

Records for Larkin go back to 1880, and 4,463 babies have been given the name since.

What Larkin means and where it comes from

Originally an Irish surname derived from the Latin Laurentius. Has a playful, spirited quality with literary connections.

Larkin is of Irish origin, described as literary in style.

Is Larkin a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024, Larkin went to 44 girls and 42 boys — 51% girls.

That makes it genuinely unisex, leaning female.

Sibling name ideas for Larkin

Names of the same origin for a brother, most common first.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Larkin mean?

Originally an Irish surname derived from the Latin Laurentius. Has a playful, spirited quality with literary connections.

Where does the name Larkin come from?

Larkin is of Irish origin, and is usually described as literary in style.

How popular is Larkin in the United States?

In 2024, 44 girls in the United States were named Larkin, making it the 3,535th most popular girl's name that year.

Is Larkin a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024, Larkin went to 44 girls and 42 boys — 51% girls. That makes it genuinely unisex, leaning female.

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