About Griffel
The surname Griffel is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "grifel," meaning "stylus" or "writing implement." It is believed to have originally been an occupational name for someone who made or used writing tools such as styluses or pens. Over time, the surname Griffel may have also been adopted by individuals who were known for their skill in writing or calligraphy.
The surname Griffel is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Griffel 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 Griffel in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Griffel using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.