Larkin

The surname Larkin is of English and Irish origin, and has been traced back to the 12th century. It is derived from the Gaelic name “Ó Lorcáin”, meaning “descendant of Lorcán”, which in turn means “fierce”. The name is associated with several notable individuals, including the English poet Philip Larkin and the American baseball player Barry Larkin. Today, there are thousands of individuals around the world with the surname Larkin, and it continues to be a popular and recognizable name.