Harkins is an Irish surname. Notable people with the surname include:
Arthur HarkinsBrett HarkinsGary HarkinsGeorge W. Harkins Native American leader, a chief of the Choctaw tribe during the Indian removalsJames M. HarkinsJohn Harkins (actor)John HarkinsJohn Harkins (footballer) (1881–1916), Scottish footballerJosh Harkins, American politician.Lida E. HarkinsPat HarkinsPaul D. Harkins U.S. General, first commander of Military Assistance Command Vietnam (MACV)Ryan Harkins Software EngineerTodd HarkinsWilliam Draper Harkins