About Cripps
The surname Cripps is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "crypel" or "cripel," meaning "cripple" or "lame." It was originally a nickname given to someone who had a physical disability or walked with a limp. Over time, the surname Cripps became hereditary and was passed down through generations, often losing its original literal meaning and becoming a family name.
The surname Cripps is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Cripps based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Cripps in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Cripps using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.