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Attrell Family History

Attrell Surname Meaning

see Attrill.

Source: The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland, 2016


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Where is the Attrell family from?

You can see how Attrell families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Attrell family name was found in the USA, the UK, and Canada between 1880 and 1920. The most Attrell families were found in United Kingdom in 1891. In 1891 there were 9 Attrell families living in London. This was about 18% of all the recorded Attrell's in United Kingdom. London had the highest population of Attrell families in 1891.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Attrell surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.

What did your Attrell ancestors do for a living?

In 1939, Gardener and Unpaid Domestic Duties were the top reported jobs for men and women in the United Kingdom named Attrell. 60% of Attrell men worked as a Gardener and 100% of Attrell women worked as an Unpaid Domestic Duties.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

Top Male Occupations In 1939

  • Gardener
    60%
  • Fruit Farm Manager
    40%

Top Female Occupations In 1939

  • Unpaid Domestic Duties
    100%

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Census Records

There are 1,000 census records available for the last name Attrell. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Attrell census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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Passenger Lists

There are 203 immigration records available for the last name Attrell. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the UK, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 100 military records available for the last name Attrell. For the veterans among your Attrell ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Attrell lifespan?

Between 1962 and 1997, in the United States, Attrell life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1962, and highest in 1997. The average life expectancy for Attrell in 1962 was 65, and 94 in 1997.

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