About Kvale
The surname Kvale is of Norwegian origin and is derived from the Old Norse word "kvalr," meaning "torment" or "anguish." It is believed to have originally been a nickname for someone who was known for their troubled or tormented nature. Over time, the surname Kvale became hereditary and passed down through generations, eventually becoming a family name.
The surname Kvale is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Kvale based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Kvale is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Kvale in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Kvale using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.