Gossel
Gossel Meaning & Origin
About Gossel
The surname Gossel is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "gosel," meaning "goshawk." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who either worked with or had characteristics similar to a goshawk, a type of bird of prey. The name may have been given to falconers or hunters who had a particular skill or affinity for working with these birds. Over time, the surname Gossel became hereditary and passed down through generations.
Popularity
Surname Popularity by Ethnicity
The surname Gossel is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
- Number of People with the name Gossel: 152
- Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
- Ranking: 115034
- Frequency per 100k people: 0.05
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Gossel based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Pronunciation
Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Gossel in Braille
Here's how to represent Gossel in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
How to sign the name Gossel using Sign Language
The image below shows how you can spell Gossel using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
