Spiegl

Spiegl is a surname of Germanic origin, commonly considered a regional variant of Spiegel. The underlying element Spiegel comes from the Middle High German word for mirror, and surnames of this type often arose as occupational names for mirror makers or as descriptive nicknames linked to a place associated with the word.

Geographic distribution and variations: The name is found chiefly in German-speaking regions, especially Austria and southern Germany (including Bavaria and Tyrol), with smaller occurrences in Switzerland and in diaspora communities abroad. In records, Spiegl is frequently intermingled with the spellings Spiegel, Spiegle, and other related forms, reflecting dialectal pronunciation and orthographic changes over time.

Notable bearers and references: As with many surnames, individuals bearing the name Spiegl have appeared in various occupations, including academia, the arts, and public life in German-speaking areas. For biographical details, genealogical and biographical databases and national archives provide records under the variants Spiegel, Spiegl, and Spiegle. The related surname Spiegel is far more common and may be encountered in broader contexts.