Uhl is a German surname derived from the Old High German word "uhhil," meaning 'wolf.' It was popular during the Middle Ages, often given around the time of the Wolfszeit or wolf month, and later gained widespread use after the Protestant Reformation as an assertion of German national identity. Today, it's used for both boys and girls in Europe and beyond, known for its unique sound and powerful meaning. Pronounced "ool," it's often spelled with an umlaut over the 'u.'