Stirling (surname)

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Stirling
Origin
Region of originScotland
MottoGang forward
Other names
Variant form(s)Sterling, Strivelynd

Stirling is a Scottish name that originated in Stirlingshire, Scotland. Since prior to the Norman conquest the family held its seat in Stirling, Scotland. [1] [2]

People with the surname include:

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