Hessel

Hessel is a surname and a masculine given name of Germanic origin. It is attested in Dutch, German, and Scandinavian contexts, and has spread to English-speaking regions through migration.

As a given name, Hessel is used in Dutch-speaking areas and in some Nordic countries, often within families carrying the name over generations. As a surname, Hessel appears in Germany and the Netherlands, with others in North America and other regions due to migration.

Notable people bearing the name have contributed across fields such as science, politics, arts, and sport. The name is found among diverse communities, reflecting historical patterns of movement and cultural exchange.

Geographically, Hessel appears as a toponym or part of place names in a few localities in Europe and the Americas. The use of the name in various locales may reflect historical settlement, land ownership, or cultural associations with the term.

Variants and related forms include Hesel, Hesse, and Hessell, which appear in related linguistic and regional contexts. The name continues to be encountered in genealogical records and contemporary naming practices, representing a small but persistent thread in Germanic and Dutch-name traditions.