Luskin
Luskin Meaning & Origin
About Luskin
The surname Luskin is of Jewish origin and is derived from the Yiddish word "lus," meaning "lice." It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who had lice or was associated with lice-infested areas. Surnames often developed from personal characteristics or occupations, and Luskin likely emerged as a humorous or ironic name. Over time, it became a hereditary surname passed down through generations.
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Popularity
Surname Popularity by Ethnicity
The surname Luskin is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
- Number of People with the name Luskin: 415
- Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
- Ranking: 50,362
- Frequency per 100k people: 0.14
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Luskin 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 Luskin is not currently available.
Pronunciation
Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Luskin in Braille
Here's how to represent Luskin in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
How to sign the name Luskin using Sign Language
The image below shows how you can spell Luskin using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
