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Chend Family History

Chend 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: Chen, Cheng, Chand, Chene, Chang, Chon, Chong, Child, Hand, Schenk

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Census Records

There are 34 census records available for the last name Chend. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Chend 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 16 immigration records available for the last name Chend. 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 3 military records available for the last name Chend. For the veterans among your Chend ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Chend lifespan?

Between 1971 and 1985, in the United States, Chend life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1971, and highest in 1985. The average life expectancy for Chend in 1971 was 67, and 80 in 1985.

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