Last Name Egel

The surname "Egel" is of German origin. It is derived from the German word "Egel" which means "leech" in English. Leeches are blood-sucking parasites commonly found in freshwater environments. It is possible that the surname "Egel" was originally used as a nickname for someone who was thought to resemble a leech in some way, such as being persistent or tenacious. Over time, this nickname may have evolved into a hereditary surname passed down through generations.

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