About Larkin
The surname Larkin is of English and Irish origin. It is derived from the medieval personal name Lawrence, which itself comes from the Latin name Laurentius, meaning "man from Laurentum." The name Larkin is a patronymic form, indicating "son of Lawrence." It is a relatively common surname in English-speaking countries and can be traced back to the Middle Ages.
The surname Larkin is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Larkin 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 Larkin in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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