HARLIN
Harlin
Harlin is a surname of British origin, derived from the Old English personal name "Haerla", which means "rock".
Origins
The Harlin surname is believed to have originated in the medieval era in England, particularly in the regions of Yorkshire and Lincolnshire.
Notable Individuals
Some notable individuals with the surname Harlin include:
- Renny Harlin: A Finnish film director and producer who has worked on various successful Hollywood films.
- Joe Harlin: A renowned British chef known for their innovative approach to traditional British cuisine.
Distribution
The surname Harlin remains relatively uncommon in contemporary Britain, with most individuals bearing this name having ancestral roots in the historical counties where the name first emerged.
Variants
Variants of the Harlin surname include Harlen, Harline, and Harlyn.
References
For further information on the Harlin surname and its historical significance, one may refer to genealogical records and historical archives documenting the lineage of individuals bearing this distinctive British name.
There are approximately 215 people named Harlin in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Harlin.
Surname type: Diminutive
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Christopher
- Dave
- David
- Eric
- Graham
- Kevin
- Lee
- Liam
- Mark
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Paul
- Raymond
- Steven
- Wayne
Female
- Christine
- Esther
- Jennifer
- Joyce
- June
- Karen
- Louise
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Samantha
- Sarah
- Susan
- Suzanne
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.