About Amsel
The surname Amsel is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "amsel," meaning "blackbird." It is a topographic or ornamental surname given to someone who lived near a place frequented by blackbirds or who had a connection to the bird. The blackbird is known for its melodious song, and the surname Amsel may have also been given to someone with a pleasant singing voice or a cheerful disposition.
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The surname Amsel is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Amsel based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Amsel in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Amsel using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.