Mizell History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Germany

Etymology of Mizell

What does the name Mizell mean?

The German surname Mizell, and its variants are of occupational origin, belonging to the category of surnames derived from the trade or profession pursued by the initial bearer. In this case, the name is derived from the Middle High German word "meizel" meaning "chisel", a derivative of the verb "meizen" meaning "to chop or cut". Thus the name indicates "one who used a chisel in his daily word, a wood or stone cutter". Alternatively, the name also denotes "one who made and sold chisels".

Early Origins of the Mizell family

The surname Mizell was first found in Austria, where the family was anciently associated with the political and religious conflicts of the area. They declared allegiances to many nobles and princes of early history, lending their influence in struggles for power and status within the region.

The Meisel family (also spelt Meisels and Meizels) is a distinguished Bohemian rabbinic family originally from Prague, who descend from Yitskhak Eizik Meisels (b. 1425), a paternal 10th generation descendant of the Exilarch, Mar Ukba.

Early History of the Mizell family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Mizell research. Another 178 words (13 lines of text) covering the years 1775, 1807 and 1853 are included under the topic Early Mizell History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Mizell Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Meisel, Misel, Meissel, Meissl, Meisl, Misl, Maisel, Meysel, Maysel, Maysl, Meysl, Meyssel and many more.

Early Notables of the Mizell family

Ernst Adolph von Meissel, who served as Lord Chamberlain to the Queen of Sweden. Karl Meisl (1775-1853) was a Viennese playwrite with a talent for parody, who is reputed to have written...
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Mizell Ranking

the United States, the name Mizell is the 5,900^th most popular surname with an estimated 4,974 people with that name. 1

Mizell migration to the United States +

Mizell Settlers in United States in the 20th Century

Rose Mizell, who arrived in America in 1910
Geo. C. Mizell, aged 35, who settled in America in 1914
Maxwell Mizell, aged 22, who arrived in America in 1921
Elizah Mizell, aged 28, who arrived in America in 1921

Contemporary Notables of the name Mizell (post 1700) +

Larry Mizell (b. 1944), American record producer part of Mizell Brothers
Alphonso "Fonce" Mizell (1943-2011), American record producer part of Mizell Brothers
Zac Mizell (b. 1988), American rugby union player
Luke Warner Mizell (1908-1962), American football player
Von Delany Mizell (1910-1973), American second black physician in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Jason William Mizell (1965-2002), better by his stage name Jam Master Jay, American musician, actor, record producer and DJ
Hank Mizell (1923-1992), American singer, guitarist and songwriter
Cody Mizell (b. 1991), American former professional soccer player
Mary Beth Sherman Mizell (b. 1952), American businesswoman from Louisiana
... (Another 2 notables are available in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.)

Sources +

"What are the 5,000 Most Common Last Names in the U.S.?". NameCensus.com, https://namecensus.com/last-names/