Wrangel

Meaning

Possibly derived from a place name or a personal name in Scandinavian or Germanic regions.

Etymology

The surname may derive from Swedish or German elements, though the exact etymology is uncertain. It may be related to place names in Sweden or Germanic regions.

About the Wrangel Surname

A Scandinavian or Germanic surname of uncertain origin, possibly topographic or habitation-based. The name is associated with notable historical figures in Russian exploration.

Distribution

Found primarily in Sweden and Germany, with some presence in Russia and North America.

Notable Bearers

Ferdinand von Wrangel, Russian explorer and admiral

People with the Wrangel Surname