About Wiesel
The surname Wiesel is of Ashkenazi Jewish origin and is derived from the Yiddish word "vaysel," meaning "weasel." It is believed to have been a nickname given to someone who was cunning, sly, or quick-witted. The name may have also been used to describe someone who had physical characteristics or behavioral traits associated with a weasel, such as agility or a mischievous nature.
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