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Petrahl Family History

Petrahl 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: Strahl, Petra, Petras, Prahl, Petrash, Petrak, Rendahl, Petre, Petrov

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Census Records

There are 17 census records available for the last name Petrahl. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Petrahl 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 10 immigration records available for the last name Petrahl. 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 32 military records available for the last name Petrahl. For the veterans among your Petrahl ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Petrahl lifespan?

Between 1981 and 1983, in the United States, Petrahl life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1981, and highest in 1983. The average life expectancy for Petrahl in 1981 was 52, and 78 in 1983.

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