About Riegel
The surname Riegel is of German origin and has multiple possible meanings. One interpretation suggests that it is derived from the Middle High German word "rigel," meaning "bar" or "bolt," and could have been a occupational name for someone who made or used bars or bolts. Another possibility is that it originated from the Middle High German word "rigel," meaning "strip" or "ribbon," and could have been a nickname for someone who wore or made ribbons. Additionally, Riegel could also be a habitational name for someone from any of the various places named Riegel in Germany.
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The surname Riegel is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
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Here's how to represent Riegel in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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