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.
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The surname Gossel is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
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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Here's how to represent Gossel in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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.