Summary
The surname Springer is of German origin, derived from the occupational name 'springer', meaning a person who jumps or leaps, often used to describe someone employed as a professional acrobat or dancer. It can also refer to someone living near a well or spring. The surname has a long history and can be traced back several centuries.
There are31643
Springers in the USA
Springer is the1107th
most common last name in the USAHistorical figures and celebrities called Springer
JerrySpringer
Jerry Springer is an American television presenter, former lawyer, musician, news anchor, actor, and politician. He is best known as the host of the tabloid talk show 'The Jerry Springer Show.'RickSpringer
Rick Springer is a former American football wide receiver who played for the Miami Dolphin and the Green Bay Packers in the National Football League (NFL).RobertSpringer
Robert Springer is a former NASA astronaut who flew on two Space Shuttle missions, STS-29 and STS-38. He logged a total of 439 hours in space.ZaneSpringer
Zane Springer is a fictional character in the novel 'Blood Meridian' by Cormac McCarthy. He is a member of the gang led by the infamous Judge Holden.JerrySpringer
Jerry Springer is an American television presenter, former lawyer, musician, news anchor, actor, and politician. He is best known as the host of the tabloid talk show 'The Jerry Springer Show.'RickSpringer
Rick Springer is a former American football wide receiver who played for the Miami Dolphin and the Green Bay Packers in the National Football League (NFL).RobertSpringer
Robert Springer is a former NASA astronaut who flew on two Space Shuttle missions, STS-29 and STS-38. He logged a total of 439 hours in space.ZaneSpringer
Zane Springer is a fictional character in the novel 'Blood Meridian' by Cormac McCarthy. He is a member of the gang led by the infamous Judge Holden.JerrySpringer
Jerry Springer is an American television presenter, former lawyer, musician, news anchor, actor, and politician. He is best known as the host of the tabloid talk show 'The Jerry Springer Show.'RickSpringer
Rick Springer is a former American football wide receiver who played for the Miami Dolphin and the Green Bay Packers in the National Football League (NFL).Springer Genealogy
OriginsThe surname 'Springer' is of German origin. It is derived from the Middle High German word 'springer,' which means 'jumper' or 'leaper.' The name likely originated as an occupational surname for someone who was involved in jumping or leaping activities, such as a dancer or acrobat.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Springer' is most commonly found in Germany, where it has its origins. It is also present in other German-speaking countries such as Austria and Switzerland. In addition, there are individuals with the surname 'Springer' in other parts of Europe and in North America.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Springer' include 'Spring,' 'Springman,' 'Sprunger,' 'Schpringer,' 'Springer-Verlag,' 'Springerle Cookies,' 'Springsteen,' 'Springle,' and 'Sprinks.' These variations may have slight differences in spelling but are derived from the same root word.
Migration and ImmigrationThe migration and immigration of people with the surname 'Springer' can be traced to the movement of German-speaking populations. Many individuals with the surname 'Springer' migrated to other countries, such as the United States, during periods of economic opportunity or political unrest in their home countries.
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