About Heigel
The surname Heigel is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "hegel," meaning "hedgehog." It is believed to have originally been a nickname for someone who resembled or had characteristics similar to a hedgehog, such as being prickly or having a spiky personality. Over time, this nickname evolved into a hereditary surname and has been passed down through generations.
The surname Heigel is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Heigel 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 Heigel in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Heigel using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.