Rankin
RANK-in
Popularity
#8155
Letters
6
Syllables
2
Origin
Scottish
Total Births
340
Peak Year
#12 in 1916
First Recorded
1912
Style
Strong & Bold, Vintage
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
A Scottish and English surname, Rankin is of Norse origin, derived from 'Ragnar', meaning 'advisor of the gods'. It conveys wisdom and strength.
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Numerology
The Leader
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