Kessler

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Kessler Pronunciation

Kessler is pronounced KESS-lər /ˈkɛs.lər/High

Meaning: From the German surname Kessler — 'a kettle-maker, a coppersmith' (from Kessel, 'a kettle, a cauldron')Medium

In 30 seconds: A kettle-maker: Kessler is a German occupational surname — 'a kettle-maker, coppersmith'. Crisp, strong, and warm.

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MeaningFrom the German surname Kessler — 'a kettle-maker, a coppersmith' (from Kessel, 'a kettle, a cauldron')

U.S. rank (2024)#5543 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births17 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2017

Total births (all-time)≈ 537

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Kessler comes from the German occupational surname Kessler — 'a kettle-maker, a coppersmith, a maker of cauldrons' (from Kessel, 'a kettle, a cauldron'). A crisp, strong, modern surname-name (nickname Kess or Kessie).

It registers thinly in records. Rare, a-kettle-maker at the root, and strong.

Did you know? Kessler means 'a kettle-maker, a coppersmith' in German (from Kessel, 'a kettle, a cauldron') — a crisp, strong occupational surname-name (nickname Kess).

Overall data confidence 65%

References — Kessler — occupational surname

Variations

KeslerKessling

Nicknames

Kess

Themes & Styles

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How do you pronounce Kessler?

Kessler is pronounced KESS-lər (/ˈkɛs.lər/). Press play above to hear Kessler said aloud.

How do you say Kessler?

Kessler is said KESS-lər (/ˈkɛs.lər/). Press play above to hear Kessler said aloud.

What does the name Kessler mean?

Kessler is German for 'a kettle-maker, a coppersmith'.

Is Kessler a boy or girl name?

Kessler is a boy's name.

How popular is Kessler?

Kessler is a rare name in the U.S.