About Wissell
The surname Wissell is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "wizel," meaning "whistle." It is believed to have originally been an occupational name for someone who made or played whistles. Over time, the surname Wissell may have also been used as a nickname for someone who had a high-pitched voice or a cheerful personality.
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The surname Wissell is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Wissell 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 Wissell in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Wissell using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.