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Myhl Family History

Myhl 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: Mehl, Mahl, Mohl, Muhl, Myhr, Mill, Mehle, Ahl, Kuhl, Juhl

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Where is the Myhl family from?

You can see how Myhl families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Myhl family name was found in Scotland in 1851. In 1851 there were 5 Myhl families living in Aberdeenshire. This was 100% of all the recorded Myhl's in Scotland. Aberdeenshire had the highest population of Myhl families in 1851.
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Census Records

There are 24 census records available for the last name Myhl. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Myhl 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 31 immigration records available for the last name Myhl. 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 1,000 military records available for the last name Myhl. For the veterans among your Myhl ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Myhl lifespan?

Between 1966 and 1989, in the United States, Myhl life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1966, and highest in 1989. The average life expectancy for Myhl in 1966 was 69, and 88 in 1989.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Myhl 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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