About Sparling
The surname Sparling is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word "sparling," which referred to a young salmon. It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who either caught or sold sparlings. The surname may also have been given to someone who had characteristics associated with the fish, such as agility or liveliness. Overall, the surname Sparling is associated with the fishing industry and reflects the ancestral occupation or characteristics of the individuals who first adopted it.
The surname Sparling is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Sparling 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 Sparling is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Sparling in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Sparling using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.