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Skerel Family History

Skerel 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: Skeel, Skerl, Siegel, Keel, Kegel, Perel, Sieren, Skeie, Skare, Sorel

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Census Records

There are 13 census records available for the last name Skerel. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Skerel 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 1 immigration records available for the last name Skerel. 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 5 military records available for the last name Skerel. For the veterans among your Skerel ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Skerel lifespan?

Between 1971 and 1985, in the United States, Skerel life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1971, and highest in 1985. The average life expectancy for Skerel in 1971 was 58, and 74 in 1985.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Skerel 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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