There are
2531
Pfeils in the USA
Pfeil is the
12285th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Pfeil

CharlesPfeil

Charles Pfeil was an American politician who served as a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly.

DavidPfeil

David Pfeil is an American saxophonist and composer known for his contributions to contemporary jazz music.

ElizabethPfeil

Elizabeth Pfeil is an American theologian and professor specializing in Catholic social thought and ethics.

FriedrichPfeil

Friedrich Pfeil was a German anatomist and zoologist known for his research on the nervous system.

HeinrichPfeil

Heinrich Pfeil was a German composer and conductor who was active during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

IsabellaPfeil

Isabella Pfeil is an Austrian actress known for her roles in theater and film productions.

JosephPfeil

Joseph Pfeil was a German painter and printmaker associated with the Romantic movement.

KurtPfeil

Kurt Pfeil was a German track and field athlete who specialized in the long jump.

MariePfeil

Marie Pfeil is a German volleyball player who has represented the national team in international competitions.

RobertPfeil

Robert Pfeil is an Austrian mountaineer and outdoor enthusiast known for his expeditions in the Alps.

Pfeil Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Pfeil' is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word 'pfil' or 'pfile', which means 'arrow'. It may have originally been a nickname for someone who was swift or accurate, or it could have been an occupational name for a fletcher or archer.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Pfeil' is most commonly found in Germany, particularly in the eastern regions, where it originated. It is also found in other German-speaking countries such as Austria and Switzerland.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Pfeil' include 'Pfiehl' and 'Pfahl'.
Migration and ImmigrationPeople with the surname 'Pfeil' have migrated and immigrated to various countries, including the United States, Canada, and Argentina, particularly during periods of German emigration in the 19th and early 20th centuries.