About Wahl
The surname Wahl is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "wahelen," meaning "to choose" or "to select." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who was involved in the process of choosing or electing, such as an election official or a person responsible for selecting candidates. Over time, the surname Wahl became hereditary and was passed down through generations. Today, individuals with the surname Wahl can be found worldwide, particularly in Germany and other German-speaking regions.
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The surname Wahl is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Wahl 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 Wahl is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Wahl in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Wahl using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.