Hensel is a masculine name with German origins. It is pronounced as HEN-zəl (/ˈhɛnzəl/) in German. The name has associations with the famous fairy tale character Hansel, who was the brother of Gretel and encountered the witch in the gingerbread house. In the United States, Hensel has been given to a small number of newborn boys throughout the years. Although it may not be very common, this unique and distinctive name can make a great choice for parents looking for something different and meaningful for their baby boy.