Spangler

Spangler is a surname of German origin, a variant of Spengler, an occupational name for a tinsmith or metalworker who worked with sheet metal. The spelling variation Spangler arose through Anglicization during migration to English-speaking regions, particularly in the United States. Over time, bearers of the name have appeared in public records across various fields and regions.

Geography and place names commonly associated with Spangler include Spangler, Pennsylvania, a borough in Cambria County. The name is encountered in other localities as street names, neighborhoods, or historic sites, often reflecting the residence or influence of families bearing the surname. In some cases, places may have been named in honor of local settlers or prominent community members who carried the name Spangler.

Population distribution and genealogical resources show that the surname spread from German-speaking areas to North America during waves of immigration in the 18th and 19th centuries. Today, individuals with the surname Spangler appear in diverse professions and regions, with genealogical records frequently tracing lineage back to German roots and to migrations within the United States.

See also Spengler, a related surname of the same linguistic origin. The name Spangler may also appear in historical documents, genealogies, and regional histories that explore German emigration and the development of communities in North America.