About Tarkington
The surname Tarkington is of English origin and is derived from a place name. It is believed to come from the Old English words "tær" meaning "woodland" and "ing" meaning "people of," combined with "tun" meaning "enclosure" or "settlement." Therefore, Tarkington likely refers to someone who lived in or near a settlement or enclosure in the woods.
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The surname Tarkington is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Tarkington based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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