About Harken
The surname Harken is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "harken," meaning "to listen" or "to pay attention." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who was a good listener or someone who paid close attention to details. The name may have also been given to someone who worked as a watchman or a lookout. Overall, the surname Harken signifies someone who is attentive or observant.
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Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Harken based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Harken in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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