There are
1854
Happels in the USAHappel is the
15727th
most common last name in the USAHistorical figures and celebrities called Happel
GeorgeHappel
George Happel was a German theologian and author known for his work on the history of the Protestant Reformation.SebastianHappel
Sebastian Happel is a German footballer who plays as a central midfielder for VfB Stuttgart.ThomasHappel
Thomas Happel is an American politician who served as a member of the Ohio House of Representatives.GerhardHappel
Gerhard Happel is a German former professional basketball player and coach.PaulHappel
Paul Happel was a German footballer who played as a forward for Hamburger SV and the Germany national team.JohannJacob
Johann Jacob Happel was a German writer and journalist known for his travelogues and historical publications.JosephHappel
Joseph Happel is an Austrian former professional footballer who played as a forward.HeinzHappel
Heinz Happel was an Austrian football player and manager, best known for his time as the head coach of the Dutch national team.KarlHappel
Karl Happel is an Austrian former professional footballer who played as a forward.HansHappel
Hans Happel was a German lawyer and judge who served as a judge at the Nuremberg Trials.Happel Genealogy
OriginsThe surname 'Happel' is of German origin. It is derived from the Middle High German word 'halfel,' which means 'a low, boggy area.' It may have originally been a descriptive surname for someone who lived in or near such an area.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Happel' is most common in Germany, particularly in the states of Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria. It is also found in other German-speaking countries such as Austria and Switzerland.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Happel' include 'Hapfel' and 'Hafel.'
Migration and ImmigrationThere is limited information available on the migration and immigration of individuals with the surname 'Happel.'