TheNameDBKarpeles
OtherMeaning
Possibly derived from a German or Yiddish occupational or descriptive term, though the exact meaning is uncertain.
Etymology
The surname may derive from Middle High German or Yiddish elements, with the -es ending suggesting a possessive or patronymic form. The root element remains uncertain without further documentation.
About the Karpeles Surname
Karpeles is an uncommon surname found primarily in German and Jewish genealogical records. Its specific etymology requires further research.
Distribution
Found among German and Ashkenazi Jewish communities, with diaspora in North America.
Notable Bearers
Limited prominent historical documentation