Larken
Larken is a girl baby name. Ranked #56,012 in the US, popular nicknames include Lar, Lay, and Larie.
A distinctive girl 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 1989.
Over 90 babies have been named Larken in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Larken is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #56,012 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #56,012
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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Also a Boy Name
Larken is also used as a boy name, ranked #18345.
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About the Name Larken
Larken is a girl name .
Is Larken a boy or girl name? Larken is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #56,012 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #18,345. Larken is more commonly used as a boy name.
Larken is currently ranked #56,012 in popularity for girl 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, Lark . 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