About Posselt
The surname Posselt is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "possele," meaning "sparrow." It is an occupational surname that was likely given to someone who either worked with or had a connection to sparrows, such as a bird catcher or someone who kept sparrows as pets. The name may also have been used as a nickname for someone who had characteristics associated with sparrows, such as being small or agile.
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The surname Posselt is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Posselt 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 Posselt in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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