About Wankel
The surname Wankel is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "wankel," meaning "unsteady" or "unstable." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who was perceived as fickle or indecisive. The name may have been given to individuals who had a reputation for being inconsistent or changeable in their behavior or opinions. Over time, the surname Wankel has become relatively rare and is primarily found in Germany and other German-speaking regions.
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The surname Wankel is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Wankel 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 Wankel is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Wankel in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Wankel using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.