About Pringle
The surname Pringle is of Scottish origin and is derived from the place name Pringle, located in the Scottish Borders region. It is believed to have originated from the Old English word "prengan," meaning "to pin" or "to fasten," suggesting that the name may have been given to someone who was skilled at fastening or pinning things. Over time, the name Pringle became associated with a prominent Scottish clan, and individuals bearing this surname are often descendants of this clan.
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Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Pringle 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 Pringle in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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