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Nuessle Surname Meaning

South German and Swiss German (Nüssle) is a topographic name for someone who lived near a place where nut trees grew. It is derived from Middle High German nuz ‘nut’ plus the diminutive suffix -le or -lein.

Alternatively, it can also be a topographic name from the field name Nüssle, which means ‘hazel bush’. This indicates a connection to specific geographical features associated with nut trees.

The name can also originate from the personal name Nissle, which is a pet form of Dionys (see Denis) or Nikolaus (see Nicholas). This highlights the name's potential familial or personal significance.

Overall, the name Nüssle embodies both geographical and personal associations, reflecting the traditions and linguistic developments of the region.

Such multifaceted names contribute to the rich tapestry of German cultural and linguistic identity.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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You can see how Nuessle families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Nuessle family name was found in the USA, and the UK between 1880 and 1920. The most Nuessle families were found in USA in 1920. In 1891 there was 1 Nuessle family living in Yorkshire. This was 100% of all the recorded Nuessle's in United Kingdom. Yorkshire had the highest population of Nuessle families in 1891.
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What did your Nuessle ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Salesman was the top reported job for people in the USA named Nuessle. 24% of Nuessle men worked as a Salesman.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Salesman
    24%
  • Draftsman
    16%
  • Plumber
    16%
  • Supervisor
    16%

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Census Records

There are 777 census records available for the last name Nuessle. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Nuessle census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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Passenger Lists

There are 214 immigration records available for the last name Nuessle. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the UK, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 305 military records available for the last name Nuessle. For the veterans among your Nuessle ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Nuessle lifespan?

Between 1963 and 2004, in the United States, Nuessle life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1972, and highest in 2004. The average life expectancy for Nuessle in 1963 was 69, and 89 in 2004.

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