About Happel
The surname Happel is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "happel," meaning "cap" or "hood." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who made or sold caps or hoods. The name may also have been given to someone who frequently wore a cap or hood. Over time, the surname Happel has evolved and spread, becoming a relatively common surname in Germany and other German-speaking regions.
The surname Happel is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Happel based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Happel is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Happel in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Happel using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.