Geisel

Geisel is a surname of German origin. In modern German, geisel means hostage, and the surname is thought to have originated as a nickname or occupational name in medieval German-speaking areas. The name is found among German-speaking populations and has spread to other countries through migration and diaspora.

The most widely known bearer is Theodor Seuss Geisel (1904–1991), an American writer and illustrator who published under the pen name Dr. Seuss. He became one of the most influential authors of children's literature, noted for inventive language and imaginative worlds. His books, including The Cat in the Hat, Green Eggs and Ham, and How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, have been widely translated, adapted for film and animation, and used in education to encourage reading.

Beyond this individual, Geisel remains a surname carried by various families around the world. In cultural and historical contexts, the name is primarily encountered as a proper noun associated with German heritage and, in popular culture, with the work of Dr. Seuss.