Rankin, Missouri facts for kids

Rankin is a small, quiet place in Andrew County, in the U.S. state of Missouri. It is an "unincorporated community." This means it does not have its own local government, like a city or town. Instead, it is part of the larger county.

The History of Rankin

Rankin was a small community many years ago. It was located just north of a town called Fillmore. This was during the late 1800s and early 1900s.

How Rankin Got Its Name

The community was named after a person named John Rankin. He was the first owner of the land where the community was built.

A Look at the Past

A post office was open in Rankin from 1894 to 1908. Today, the only thing left from the old community is a cemetery. This cemetery has many tombstones, including some with the Rankin family name on them. It helps us remember the people who lived there long ago.