About Tarkenton
The surname Tarkenton is of English origin and is derived from the Old English personal name "Torketil" or "Thorketill," which combines the elements "Thor," the Norse god of thunder, and "ketill," meaning cauldron or helmet. The name Tarkenton therefore signifies a person who is associated with Thor's cauldron or helmet.
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The surname Tarkenton is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Tarkenton 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 Tarkenton in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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