Weckls

Weckls is a surname of German origin. The name occurs in German-speaking regions and among communities with German heritage. When used in the plural form, Weckls typically refers to multiple people bearing the surname.

The exact etymology of Weckl is not widely documented in general reference works. Like many German names, it may derive from a patronymic, toponymic, or descriptive source, and it can appear with minor variant spellings such as Weckl or, less commonly, Weckel. The distribution of the surname today includes Germany, Austria, and countries with German diaspora populations.

Notable individuals bearing the surname include Dave Weckl (born 1960), an American drummer and percussionist renowned for his work in jazz fusion and for influential instructional materials. He is one of the most recognized bearers of the surname in contemporary music.

In other contexts, Weckls is primarily encountered as a family name in genealogical or biographical references rather than as a separate term with a distinct meaning. There are no widely recognized organizations, brands, or places universally identified by the name Weckls. The term remains primarily of interest to those researching family histories or notable individuals with the surname Weckl.