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The last name Bandelin has its origins in Germany, particularly in the regions of Lower Saxony and North Rhine-Westphalia. It is believed to derive from a diminutive form of the name "Bandel," which itself may be linked to the Old High German word "band," meaning "bond" or "tie," suggesting a connection to community or familial ties. Historically, those bearing the surname Bandelin may have been associated with occupations that involved craftsmanship or trade, reflecting the communal and cooperative nature of their work. Variations of the surname can be found in different cultures, including "Bandel" and "Bandelin" in German-speaking areas, and it may also appear in altered forms in other languages due to regional dialects and phonetic adaptations. While the surname is not exceedingly common, it carries with it a sense of heritage tied to the social and economic structures of medieval German society.