NAME PROFILE
Wetzel
Derived from the Old French word 'curtenet' meaning 'short nose'. This modern spelling reflects a person with a vibrant, creative spirit and a unique way of expressing their individuality through their own personal flair.
Key Stats
| Total births | 181 |
| Gender | Male (30% / 70%) |
| Peak year | 1936 |
| Peak generation | Silent Gen |
| First recorded | 1927 |
| Most recent | 1951 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | English, French |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
🏛️ Vintage Heritage
Top States
WV — 100%AK — 0%PA — 0%ND — 0%NE — 0%
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Nicknames & Diminutives
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