The Middle High German word "winkel" meant 'corner;' so the Jewish surname Winkeler was originally an occupational surname born by someone who kept a shop located on a corner.
Winkeler Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Winckler, Winkler, Winkel, Winckeler, Winkeler, Winck, Wincker, Winker, Winkele and many more.
