About Appel
The surname Appel is of German and Jewish origin. It is derived from the German word "Apfel," meaning "apple." The name likely originated as a nickname for someone who either worked with apples or had apple-like characteristics. In Jewish communities, the name may have been adopted as an Ashkenazi Jewish surname during the era of compulsory surnames in the late 18th century. Overall, the surname Appel is associated with the fruit apple and its various symbolic meanings, such as fertility, knowledge, and temptation.
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