About Gunkel
The surname Gunkel is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "gunkele," meaning "hunchback." It was likely originally used as a nickname for someone with a hunched or stooped posture. Over time, this nickname became a hereditary surname, passed down through generations. Today, individuals with the surname Gunkel can be found in various parts of the world, particularly in Germany and the United States.
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The surname Gunkel is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Gunkel 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 Gunkel in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Gunkel using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.