About Krippel
The surname Krippel is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "kripel," meaning "cripple" or "lame." It was likely originally used as a nickname for someone who had a physical disability or walked with a limp. Over time, the surname Krippel became hereditary and was passed down through generations, often losing its original literal meaning and becoming a family name.
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The surname Krippel is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Krippel 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 Krippel in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Krippel using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.