Larken
Larken is a boy baby name. Ranked #18,345 in the US, popular nicknames include Lar, Lay, and Larie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Larken first appeared in US Social Security records in 2015.
Over 23 babies have been named Larken in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Larken is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #18,345 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #18,345
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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Also a Girl Name
Larken is also used as a girl name, ranked #56012.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Larken
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About the Name Larken
Larken is a boy name .
Is Larken a boy or girl name? Larken is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #18,345 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #56,012. Larken is more commonly used as a boy name.
Larken is currently ranked #18,345 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Larken include Lar, Lay, Larie, and Larkie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Larken include Larkin . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis