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Whynall Family History

Whynall 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: Wignall, Shinall, Whall, Wall, Hall, Mayhall, Bagnall, Westall

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Where is the Whynall family from?

You can see how Whynall families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Whynall family name was found in the USA, and the UK between 1891 and 1920. The most Whynall families were found in United Kingdom in 1891. In 1891 there were 6 Whynall families living in Lancashire. This was 100% of all the recorded Whynall's in United Kingdom. Lancashire had the highest population of Whynall families in 1891.
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Census Records

There are 43 census records available for the last name Whynall. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Whynall 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 17 immigration records available for the last name Whynall. 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 4 military records available for the last name Whynall. For the veterans among your Whynall ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Whynall lifespan?

Between 1964 and 1975, in the United States, Whynall life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1964, and highest in 1975. The average life expectancy for Whynall in 1964 was 68, and 78 in 1975.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Whynall 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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