Jackel

Jackel is a British surname with Germanic roots. The surname is believed to have originated from the personal name "Jacques", which is the French form of the name "Jacob". Variants of the surname include Jackall, Jackal, and Jackle.

The Jackel surname is not as common as some other British surnames, but it can be found in various parts of the United Kingdom. Individuals bearing the Jackel surname may have ancestral ties to regions where the name was more prevalent historically.

The meaning of the Jackel surname is thought to be derived from the Hebrew name "Yaakov", which means "supplanter" or "holder of the heel". This suggests that the surname may have originally denoted a person who was a heel-grabber or one who supplanted others.

Like many surnames, the spelling and pronunciation of Jackel may have evolved over time due to factors such as regional dialects, illiteracy, or transcription errors. As a result, variations in the spelling of the surname are not uncommon.

Today, individuals with the surname Jackel can be found in diverse fields and professions, reflecting the varied occupations and interests of modern British society.

There are approximately 22 people named Jackel in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Jackel.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Franz
  • Karl
  • Mark
  • Sven

Female

  • Karen
  • Lynne
  • Rosanne
  • Yvonne

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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