About Hummel
The surname Hummel is of German origin and has multiple meanings. It is derived from the Middle High German word "hummel," which means "bumblebee." As a surname, Hummel could have been a nickname for someone who resembled a bumblebee in appearance or behavior. Alternatively, it could have been an occupational name for a beekeeper or someone who worked with bees. The surname Hummel is relatively common in German-speaking countries and has variations such as Hummels, Hummelmann, and Hummelinck.
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Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Hummel 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 Hummel in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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