About Shiplet
The surname Shiplet is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word "ship" meaning "sheep" and the diminutive suffix "-let." It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who was small or gentle like a lamb. The name Shiplet may have been given to individuals who displayed these characteristics or worked as shepherds. Over time, it became a hereditary surname passed down through generations.
The surname Shiplet is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Shiplet based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Shiplet is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Shiplet in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Shiplet using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.