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Sylder Family History

Sylder 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: Synder, Syler, Seller, Helder, Holder, Oyler, Calder, Alder, Salter

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Census Records

There are 14 census records available for the last name Sylder. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Sylder 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 4 immigration records available for the last name Sylder. 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 11 military records available for the last name Sylder. For the veterans among your Sylder ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Sylder lifespan?

Between 1970 and 1999, in the United States, Sylder life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1970, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Sylder in 1970 was 74, and 75 in 1999.

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