"Kessel is a German surname that originated from the Middle High German word "kessele," meaning kettle or cauldron. It is believed to have been an occupational surname for someone who worked as a maker or seller of kettles. The name may also have been given to individuals who lived near a place where kettles were produced or used. Today, the surname Kessel is found predominantly in Germany and the Netherlands, with variations such as Kessell and Kessels also existing."

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