About Keitel
The surname Keitel is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "kītel," meaning "a short coat" or "a smock." It was originally an occupational name given to someone who made or sold such garments. Over time, the surname Keitel has become relatively rare and is most commonly found in Germany and other German-speaking regions.
The surname Keitel is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Keitel 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 Keitel in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Keitel using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.