Zell

Zell is a toponym and surname of German origin. As a place name, it appears in several German-speaking regions, most notably in Germany and Austria. In Germany, Zell (Mosel) is a town in the district of Cochem-Zell, Rhineland-Palatinate, situated on the Moselle river. Zell im Wiesental is a municipality in the district of Lörrach, Baden-Württemberg. In Austria, Zell am See is a town in the state of Salzburg, a popular tourist destination known for its lake and Alpine surroundings.

As a surname, Zell is of German origin and may be found among individuals in diverse fields. It may appear in genealogical records and contemporary names alike.

In historical or administrative contexts, Zell may occur as part of longer place names or districts and can be seen in maps and official documents. The name itself does not designate a single location or entity, but rather serves as a common element in multiple names across the German-speaking world.