Harkin

Harkin is a surname of Irish origin. It is an Anglicized form of the Gaelic surname Ó hEarcáin, meaning "descendant of Earcán." The personal name Earcán is a diminutive of Earc, which is thought to mean "red" or "ruddy."

The Harkin surname is primarily found in County Donegal and County Derry in Ireland. Emigration from Ireland, particularly during the Great Famine, led to the spread of the surname to other parts of the world, including the United States, Canada, and Australia.

Notable people with the surname Harkin include:

• Tom Harkin (born 1939): A former United States Senator from Iowa, known for his advocacy for disability rights and progressive policies.