Where Does the Schnelle Surname Come From?

Seen on a birth certificate or a ship's manifest, Schnelle is usually a form of Schnell. The family name meaning is “quick”, the same as for Schnell.

• Schnelle adds “e” to Schnell, a small change that appeared as the name was written down.
• Before spelling was standardised, one family could appear under several forms.
• Related forms: Snell.

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