Wenzel is of German origin, derived from the word 'windsheim', which means 'settlement near the windy heights'. It was historically used as a personal name and also as a surname. The name has been popular in Germany, Austria, and the Czech Republic for centuries.
The name Wenzel experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a notable peak of 13 births in 1921 and another high point of 12 births each in 1918 and 1928. However, it generally saw fewer than 10 births per year, except for these three peaks. After 1952, there were no recorded births with the name Wenzel until 2022, indicating a gap of 67 years before its reappearance. Overall, the name had 147 births spread over 38 years.