A bird, specifically a sparrow
Pessel is a Yiddish diminutive form of the Hebrew name Tzipporah. It historically translates to 'bird' or 'sparrow' and was commonly used among Ashkenazi Jewish communities in Eastern Europe.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Pessel in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
