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.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Rankin in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Renowned British portrait and fashion photographer
Former owner of the Atlanta Falcons
Antagonist and jury consultant · The Runaway Jury
