The name Kessel is of German origin, derived from the Middle High German word 'kessel', which translates to 'cauldron' or 'pot'. It was traditionally a occupational surname given to tinsmiths or coppersmiths who made and mended these items. The name has also been associated with the town of Kessel in Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany, suggesting that it might have also been used as an Habitation name for someone who lived there. Spelling variants of Kessel include Kesel, Kessler, Kesele, and Kestel.
"Kessel was quite popular as a baby girl's name in 2017, with five little ones bearing that name."