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Devylder Family History

Devylder 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: De Volder, Deville, Helder, Levander, Demler, Gelder, Denyer, Elder

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Where is the Devylder family from?

You can see how Devylder families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Devylder family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Devylder families were found in USA in 1920. In 1880 there were 3 Devylder families living in Massachusetts. This was 100% of all the recorded Devylder's in USA. Massachusetts had the highest population of Devylder families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 110 census records available for the last name Devylder. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Devylder 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 56 immigration records available for the last name Devylder. 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 37 military records available for the last name Devylder. For the veterans among your Devylder ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Devylder lifespan?

Between 1967 and 2004, in the United States, Devylder life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1973, and highest in 1996. The average life expectancy for Devylder in 1967 was 82, and 84 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Devylder ancestors lived in harsh conditions. A short lifespan might also indicate health problems that were once prevalent in your family. The SSDI is a searchable database of more than 70 million names. You can find birthdates, death dates, addresses and more.

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