Rankin - name meaning, origin

The boy's name Rankin \r(a)-

is of Old English and Celtic origin, and its meaning is "little shield; Son of Francis". Surname found in Scotland and Ireland.

Rankin has 2 variant forms: Rankine and Rankinn.

Rankin is an uncommon first name for men but a very common last name for both men and women (#1006 out of 88799). (1990 U.S. Census)

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