About Kiehl
The surname Kiehl is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "kil," meaning "wedge" or "chisel." It is believed to have originally been an occupational name for someone who worked as a carpenter or a woodworker, specifically one who used a wedge or chisel in their trade. Over time, the surname Kiehl has evolved and may also have regional variations in spelling, such as Kiel or Kühle.
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The surname Kiehl is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Kiehl 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 Kiehl in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Kiehl using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.