UK surname
A locational surname derived from a place named Springle or a similar-sounding location.
In the 1881 census there were 56 people recorded with the Springle surname, ranking it #25,733 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 79, ranked #33,100, down from #25,733 in 1881.
The strongest historical links point to Edmonton, London parishes and Paddington. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include No data.
Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Springle is 113 in 1911. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 41.1%.
1881 census count
56
Ranked #25,733
Modern count
79
2016, ranked #33,100
Peak year
1911
113 bearers
Map years
1
1911 to 1911
Key insights
Map
Back to topThe map shows where the Springle surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.
Distribution map
Springle surname density by area, 1911 census.
Timeline
Back to topThe table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.
| Year | Period | Count | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1851 | historical | 62 | #22,232 |
| 1861 | historical | 44 | #28,433 |
| 1881 | historical | 56 | #25,733 |
| 1891 | historical | 93 | #24,965 |
| 1901 | historical | 89 | #24,154 |
| 1911 | historical | 113 | #21,168 |
| 1997 | modern | 67 | #30,915 |
| 1998 | modern | 72 | #30,775 |
| 1999 | modern | 73 | #30,856 |
| 2000 | modern | 72 | #30,977 |
| 2001 | modern | 68 | #31,195 |
| 2002 | modern | 76 | #30,830 |
| 2003 | modern | 68 | #31,689 |
| 2004 | modern | 69 | #31,784 |
| 2005 | modern | 72 | #31,730 |
| 2006 | modern | 68 | #32,441 |
| 2007 | modern | 70 | #32,580 |
| 2008 | modern | 76 | #32,279 |
| 2009 | modern | 76 | #32,635 |
| 2010 | modern | 73 | #33,249 |
| 2011 | modern | 73 | #33,230 |
| 2012 | modern | 71 | #33,573 |
| 2013 | modern | 78 | #33,215 |
| 2014 | modern | 80 | #33,133 |
| 2015 | modern | 79 | #33,127 |
| 2016 | modern | 79 | #33,100 |
Geography
Back to topHistorical parish links are strongest around Edmonton, London parishes, Paddington, Castle Acre and Hanwell. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.
The modern local-area list points to No data. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.
| Rank | Parish | Area |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Edmonton | Middlesex (Exclusive Of London Districts) |
| 2 | London parishes | London 1 |
| 3 | Paddington | London (West Districts) |
| 4 | Castle Acre | Norfolk |
| 5 | Hanwell | Middlesex (Exclusive Of London Districts) |
| Rank | Area | District |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No data | No data |
Forenames
Back to topThese lists show first names that appear often with the Springle surname in historical and recent records.
Recent female names
Recent male names
Modern profile
Back to topModern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Springle, this points to the kinds of places where the surname is most concentrated today.
These neighbourhood labels describe areas, not individual people. They are useful because surnames often cluster through family history, migration, housing patterns and local work. A surname can be strongest in one type of neighbourhood even when people with that name live across the country.
The UK classification gives the national picture. The London classification is more specific to the capital, where housing, age profile, tenure and population mix can look quite different from the rest of the UK.
UK neighbourhood type
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Nationally, the Springle surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as No data, within No data. This does not mean every Springle household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.
London neighbourhood type
Supergroup
No data
Group
No data
Within London, Springle is most associated with areas classed as No data, part of No data. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.
Broadband speed
The modern neighbourhood pattern for Springle is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of No data.
Area snapshot
This describes the area pattern most associated with Springle, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.
Origin
Back to topThe surname SPRINGLE is believed to have originated in England, with the earliest records dating back to the late 13th century. It is thought to be derived from the Old English word "sprenge," which means "to sprinkle" or "to scatter."
One of the earliest documented instances of the name appears in the Assize Rolls of Staffordshire from 1292, where a person named Roger Spryngel is mentioned. This suggests that the name may have initially been an occupational surname given to someone who worked as a sprinkler or water carrier.
By the 14th century, variations of the name, such as Spryngell and Spryngyll, started appearing in various regions of England, including Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, and Norfolk. It is possible that some of these spellings were influenced by local dialects or scribal errors.
In the 15th century, the name SPRINGLE began to take on its modern spelling, as evidenced by records from the Subsidy Rolls of Sussex in 1436, which mention a John Springle. This suggests that the name had become more established and widespread by that time.
One notable historical figure with the surname SPRINGLE was Sir John Springle (1520-1597), a Scottish nobleman and landowner who served as the Lord Provost of Edinburgh from 1570 to 1572. Another notable bearer of the name was Robert Springle (1675-1734), an English clergyman and author who wrote several religious works.
Other individuals with the SPRINGLE surname include William Springle (1660-1720), an English architect who designed several notable buildings in London, and James Springle (1801-1876), a Scottish politician and lawyer who served as a Member of Parliament for Berwickshire.
The name SPRINGLE is also associated with several place names in England, such as Springle Hill in Gloucestershire and Springle Farm in Shropshire. These place names may have been derived from the surname, or vice versa, reflecting the connection between surnames and geographic locations.
While the SPRINGLE surname has its roots in England, it has since spread to other parts of the world, including North America, Australia, and New Zealand, carried by individuals who emigrated from the British Isles in search of new opportunities.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
1881 census detail
Back to topThese tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Springle surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.
Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Middlesex leads with 25 Springles recorded in 1881 and an index of 4.58x.
| County | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Middlesex | 25 | 4.58x |
| Buckinghamshire | 13 | 39.38x |
| Norfolk | 11 | 13.10x |
| Lancashire | 2 | 0.31x |
| Surrey | 2 | 0.75x |
| Cornwall | 1 | 1.62x |
| Essex | 1 | 0.93x |
| Hertfordshire | 1 | 2.66x |
Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Denham in Buckinghamshire leads with 13 Springles recorded in 1881 and an index of 5416.67x.
| Place | Total | Index |
|---|---|---|
| Denham | 13 | 5416.67x |
| Castle Acre | 8 | 3200.00x |
| Kensington London | 7 | 23.06x |
| Harlington | 6 | 2068.97x |
| Hampton London | 4 | 444.44x |
| Heston | 2 | 110.50x |
| Hethersett | 2 | 952.38x |
| Paddington London | 2 | 9.96x |
| Preston | 2 | 11.54x |
| Westminster St | 2 | 99.50x |
| Chelsham | 1 | 1250.00x |
| Hatfield | 1 | 131.58x |
| Illogan | 1 | 60.98x |
| Kingston On Thames | 1 | 15.65x |
| North Wootton | 1 | 1666.67x |
| Norwood | 1 | 80.00x |
| Sheering | 1 | 1000.00x |
| St Clement Danes | 1 | 113.64x |
These are the female first names most often recorded with the Springle surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
These are the male first names most often recorded with the Springle surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.
Occupational titles are kept as recorded and later transcribed, so related jobs, spelling variants and mistakes stay separate. Scholar was the census term for a child in education. That means the other rows often tell you more about adult work in Springle households.
| Occupation | Count |
|---|---|
| Scholar | 16 |
| Labourer | 4 |
| Laundress | 3 |
| Bricklayer | 2 |
| Gardener | 2 |
| Agr Lab | 1 |
| Agricultural Labourer | 1 |
| Barmaid | 1 |
| Barman | 1 |
| Blacksmith | 1 |
| Carman | 1 |
| Cook (Dom) | 1 |
| Cook Domestic Serv | 1 |
| Cow Boy (Ag) | 1 |
| Domestic Servant | 1 |
| Dressmaker | 1 |
| Housemaid | 1 |
| Needlewoman | 1 |
| Publican | 1 |
| Railway Cheker | 1 |
| Retired Grocer | 1 |
| Timber Merchant | 1 |
FAQ
In 1881, 56 people were recorded with the Springle surname. That placed it at #25,733 in the surname rankings for that year.
The latest modern count shown here is 79 in 2016. That gives Springle a modern rank of #33,100.
A locational surname derived from a place named Springle or a similar-sounding location.
The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Springle bearers relative to the surrounding population.
The historical counts come from census surname records. The modern counts and neighbourhood summaries come from later surname distribution records. Counts are recorded bearers in those records, not a live estimate of everyone with the name today.