Zeizel History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Etymology of Zeizel

What does the name Zeizel mean?

There are a few possible derivations for the Zeizel surname. In some instances, it may have evolved from the Middle High German word "zeisen" meaning "to pick," in which case it may have been an occupational name, or perhaps used figuratively as a nickname which later became a surname. Or, Zeizel may come from the Middle High German word "zeiz" meaning "graceful, tender or gentle."

Early Origins of the Zeizel family

The surname Zeizel was first found in Wuerttemberg, where the name was closely identified in early mediaeval times with the feudal society which would become prominent throughout European history. The name would later emerge as a noble family with great influence, having many distinguished branches, and become noted for its involvement in social, economic and political affairs. Chronicles first mention Konrad Zeisolf of Mannheim in 1307, Ebelin Zeizolf of the ancient imperial city of Worms in 1234, and there is a town in Wuerttemberg called Zeizolfswiler.

Early History of the Zeizel family

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Zeizel Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Zeiss, Zeisse, Zeis, Zaiss, Zaisse, Zais, Zaissle, Zeissle, Zeissler, Zeissolf, Zeizolf, Zaiser, Zaisz, Zaisser, Zeiz and many more.

Early Notables of the Zeizel family

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Migration of the Zeizel family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Johann Christian Zeise, who arrived in Philadelphia in 1753; Lorentz Zeisler arrived with his wife and three children in America in 1709; George Zeiss came to Philadelphia in 1852.

Contemporary Notables of the name Zeizel (post 1700) +

Leo Aaron Zeizel (b. 1918), prominent New York City accountant, and partner of the firm Zeizel & Zeizel