Brandl

Patronymic

Meaning

Descendant of Brand, a Germanic personal name meaning sword or fire.

Etymology

Derived from the Germanic personal name Brand combined with the diminutive suffix '-l' common in Bavarian and Austrian German. This creates a patronymic surname with a diminutive form.

About the Brandl Surname

An Austrian and Bavarian patronymic surname with diminutive formation. The name remains primarily regional to Alpine German-speaking areas.

Distribution

Concentrated in Bavaria and Austria, with limited presence elsewhere.

Notable Bearers

Limited documented notable bearers

People with the Brandl Surname

G.E. Brandl

Lieutenant Commander