About Spalinger
The surname Spalinger is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "spal," meaning "splinter" or "chip," and the suffix "-inger," indicating a person associated with or from a particular place. Therefore, the surname Spalinger likely originated as an occupational name for someone who worked with wood, specifically in the trade of splitting or chipping wood. Over time, individuals with this surname may have migrated and settled in different regions, leading to variations in spelling and pronunciation.
The surname Spalinger is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Spalinger 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 Spalinger in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Spalinger using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.