Rankin

American  

[rang-kin] / ˈræŋ kɪn /

noun

1. Jeannette, 1880–1973, U.S. women's-rights leader and pacifist: first woman elected to Congress; served 1917–19, 1941–43.

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Rankin British  

/ ˈræŋkɪn /

noun

1. Ian. born 1960, Scottish novelist; best known for his series of novels featuring Edinburgh detective Inspector Rebus, beginning with Knots and Crosses (1987)

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Example Sentences

Rankin said: "The rail link might see more people coming by public transport than road, which might alleviate some of the traffic problems."

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

Rankin explained many of his constituents live under the Heathrow flight path and were worried about aircraft noise as well as traffic congestion.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

Written and directed by “Run Hide Fight” filmmaker Kyle Rankin, the movie is described as “in the vein of ’80s and ’90s action movies ‘Red Dawn’ and ‘Toy Soldiers,’ ” per the outlet.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2026

“We need accountability and solutions that actually get people off the streets, make communities safer and life more affordable,” Rankin said.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 14, 2025

An excerpt of Elizabeth Bentley's testimony before HUAC, in which she answers questions about Nathan Silvermaster, her main contact in Washington, DC, from Congressman John E. Rankin of Mississippi.

From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau