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Larkin

Girl · Irish · Medium name

Meaning
Fierce, rough, strong

Meaning varies between reference sources.

Pronunciation
LAR-kin
Origin
Irish

From Irish and English; meaning debated, often fierce or rough.

Popularity
Rare in United States (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

ModernVintageSoft and gentle

Languages in use: Irish, English

Commonly used in: United States, Ireland, United Kingdom

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, Irish Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.

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