Find out how popular the last name Siplin is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Siplin.

Siplin, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Siplin surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Siplin in America

Siplin is the 55741st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Siplin surname appeared 368 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Siplin.

We can also compare 2010 data for Siplin to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Siplin

The surname SIPLIN is believed to have originated in England, with the earliest known records dating back to the late 12th century. It is thought to have derived from the Old English word "sipling," which referred to a young or immature person, possibly indicating that the name was initially a nickname or descriptive term for a child or youth.

One of the earliest documented references to the name SIPLIN can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Yorkshire from 1195, which mentions a person named Willelmus Siplin. This record suggests that the name had already been established in the northern regions of England by the late 12th century.

In the 13th century, variations of the name appeared in various records, such as the Curia Regis Rolls of 1214, which listed a Roger Sipeling. This spelling variation likely reflects the name's evolution from its Old English roots.

The SIPLIN surname has been associated with several notable historical figures over the centuries. One of the earliest was Sir John Siplin, a prominent landowner and knight who lived in Northamptonshire in the late 14th century. He is recorded as having participated in military campaigns during the Hundred Years' War against France.

Another noteworthy individual bearing the SIPLIN name was William Siplin, a merchant and alderman in the city of London during the 16th century. He was actively involved in the city's governance and served as a sheriff in 1567.

In the 17th century, the SIPLIN surname gained further prominence with the exploits of Captain Thomas Siplin, a renowned English sea captain and explorer. He is known for his voyages to the West Indies and his contributions to the expansion of British maritime trade during that era.

Moving into the 18th century, the SIPLIN name gained literary recognition through the works of the poet and playwright, Elizabeth Siplin. Born in 1720 in Surrey, her published works included several acclaimed plays and a collection of poems that were widely popular during her lifetime.

Finally, in the 19th century, the SIPLIN name was associated with the renowned botanist and naturalist, Sir Richard Siplin. Born in 1812 in Yorkshire, he made significant contributions to the study of plant life and was instrumental in establishing several botanical gardens and nature reserves throughout Britain.

While the SIPLIN surname has its roots in England, it has since spread to various parts of the world, reflecting the migration patterns of individuals and families over time. However, the name's origins can be traced back to the Old English language and the descriptive term "sipling," which has left an indelible mark on the history and heritage of this surname.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Siplin

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Siplin.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Siplin was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Siplin has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Siplin was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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