About Haspel
The surname Haspel is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "haspel," meaning "reel" or "spool." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a metonymic occupational name for someone who made or operated reels or spools, typically used in textile production. The name may have been initially given to individuals who worked as reel makers or to those who operated spinning wheels or looms. Over time, the surname Haspel has become a relatively rare surname found mainly in Germany and the surrounding regions.
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The surname Haspel is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Haspel 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 Haspel is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Haspel in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Haspel using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.