About Ortegel
The surname Ortegel is of German origin and is derived from the combination of two elements: "ort," meaning "place" or "location," and "egel," which refers to a hedgehog. Therefore, the meaning of the surname Ortegel can be interpreted as "place of the hedgehog" or "location associated with hedgehogs." It is likely that the surname originated as a nickname for someone who lived near a place where hedgehogs were abundant or had some connection to hedgehogs.
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The surname Ortegel is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Ortegel based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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