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Benthul Family History

Benthul Surname Meaning

Historically, surnames evolved as a way to sort people into groups - by occupation, place of origin, clan affiliation, patronage, parentage, adoption, and even physical characteristics (like red hair). Many of the modern surnames in the dictionary can be traced back to Britain and Ireland.


Similar surnames: Bentham, Benthall, Bernthal, Bethel, Bentrup, Benthin, Berthel

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Census Records

There are 29 census records available for the last name Benthul. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Benthul 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 1 immigration records available for the last name Benthul. 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 5 military records available for the last name Benthul. For the veterans among your Benthul ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Benthul lifespan?

Between 1967 and 1998, in the United States, Benthul life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1987, and highest in 1981. The average life expectancy for Benthul in 1967 was 93, and 87 in 1998.

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