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Macelhiney Family History

Macelhiney 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: Mcelhiney, Mcelhinney, Mcelhinny, Mcelhaney, Mcelheney, Mcelhone

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Census Records

There are 53 census records available for the last name Macelhiney. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Macelhiney 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 2 immigration records available for the last name Macelhiney. 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 13 military records available for the last name Macelhiney. For the veterans among your Macelhiney ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Macelhiney lifespan?

Between 1984 and 2002, in the United States, Macelhiney life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1984, and highest in 2002. The average life expectancy for Macelhiney in 1984 was 54, and 95 in 2002.

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