Rawlings

Rawlings is a term with multiple uses, most commonly as a surname and as the name of a sporting goods company. It may also appear as a place name or in fictional works.

The Rawlings surname is of English origin, a patronymic derived from Rawlin, a medieval form of Ralph. Variants include Rawlins, Rawling, and Rawlinson. The name is borne by people in English-speaking countries and has spread globally through migration.

Rawlings Sporting Goods Corporation, known simply as Rawlings, is an American manufacturer of sporting equipment. It is best known for baseball equipment, especially fielding gloves, baseballs, and protective gear. The brand has a long history in the sport and its products have been used by amateur players and professionals alike.

Beyond the surname and the company, Rawlings has appeared in geographic and cultural contexts as a place name or fictional surname in various works. The term is primarily encountered in English-language contexts.