About Handlin
The surname Handlin is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "handlian," meaning "to handle" or "to touch." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who worked with their hands or had skillful hands. The name Handlin may have been given to craftsmen, artisans, or individuals involved in manual labor. Over time, it became a hereditary surname passed down through generations.
The surname Handlin is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Handlin based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Handlin is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Handlin in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Handlin using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.