Little shield or small raven
Rankin is a medieval diminutive of the name Randolph, combining the element 'rand' (meaning shield-rim or raven) with the diminutive suffix '-kin'. It originated as a surname in Scotland and Northern England before being used as a given name.
Less common today
Rankin isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,808 in 2024.
Renowned British portrait and fashion photographer
Former owner of the Atlanta Falcons
Antagonist and jury consultant · The Runaway Jury
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
