This page needs Javascript enabled in order to work properly. Click here for instructions on how to enable it in your browser.
Surname Header Image
Get access to Kantrell family records.Start a 14-Day Free Trial

Kantrell Family History

Kantrell 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: Cantrell, Cantwell, Antell, Gatrell, Mandrell, Gartrell, Mantell

Search for a relative to learn more about your family history.

Hint: Try searching for a relative alive in 1940.

Where is the Kantrell family from?

You can see how Kantrell families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Kantrell family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Kantrell families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 5 Kantrell families living in Wisconsin. This was about 83% of all the recorded Kantrell's in USA. Wisconsin had the highest population of Kantrell families in 1880.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Kantrell surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
Mapbox
© Mapbox © OpenStreetMap Improve this map

What Kantrell family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 108 census records available for the last name Kantrell. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Kantrell census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

Search UK census records for Kantrell

Passenger Lists

There are 2 immigration records available for the last name Kantrell. 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.

View all Kantrell immigration records

Draft Cards

There are 5 military records available for the last name Kantrell. For the veterans among your Kantrell ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

View all Kantrell military records

You've only scratched the surface of Kantrell family history

Discover More

What is the average Kantrell lifespan?

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Kantrell 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.

Social Security Death Index (SSDI) for Kantrell

Discover the unique achievements of ancestors in the Kantrell family tree

Explore Your Tree
Search for another surname
Enter last name/surname
Start a 14-Day Free Trial