About Sperr
The surname Sperr is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "sperr," meaning "barrier" or "obstacle." It is believed to have originally been an occupational name for someone who worked as a gatekeeper or a person who constructed barriers or fences. The name may have also been given to someone who lived near a physical barrier or boundary. Over time, the surname Sperr has evolved and spread to different regions, often with variations in spelling.
The surname Sperr is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Sperr 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 Sperr is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Sperr in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Sperr using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.