HENSEL
Hensel
Hensel is a British surname of German origin, derived from the given name Heinzel, which means "little Heinrich". The name is believed to have been brought to the British Isles by German immigrants. The surname Hensel is not widely found in Britain, and is more commonly seen in Germany and other German-speaking countries.
The origin of the Hensel surname can be traced back to medieval times, and it is believed to have been used as a patronymic name to indicate the son of someone named Heinzel. Over the centuries, the surname has evolved and taken on various spellings and forms, including Hensell and Hensall.
Individuals bearing the surname Hensel may have ancestral connections to Germany or other German-speaking regions. The name is relatively rare in British records, but there are notable instances of individuals with the surname making contributions to various fields such as music, literature, and academia.
The Hensel surname, though not as common as some British surnames, carries with it a rich history and a connection to the wider European ancestry of the British Isles. Its Germanic roots and variations in spelling reflect the complex tapestry of surnames that have contributed to the diverse linguistic landscape of Britain.
There are approximately 85 people named Hensel in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Hensel.
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