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Chmael Family History

Chmael 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: Chmiel, Chae, Camel, Chapel, Chall, Schmal, Chatel, Chmela, Schmall

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Census Records

There are 8 census records available for the last name Chmael. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Chmael 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 642 immigration records available for the last name Chmael. 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 14 military records available for the last name Chmael. For the veterans among your Chmael ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Chmael lifespan?

Between 1967 and 1997, in the United States, Chmael life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1997, and highest in 1974. The average life expectancy for Chmael in 1967 was 72, and 65 in 1997.

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