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Beightol Family History

Beightol Surname Meaning

The Americanized form of the German surname Bechtel may also derive from its rare variant Bächtel, which is noted in connection with the name Bachtel.

Furthermore, it is possible that this surname has connections to similar, like-sounding names such as Bechtold.

Interestingly, comparisons can also be made with the surname Peightal, which may share phonetic elements.

Overall, the evolution and adaptation of these surnames illustrate the rich tapestry of cultural influences on naming conventions.

It is fascinating to explore how names transform and merge across different languages and regions over time.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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Where is the Beightol family from?

You can see how Beightol families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Beightol family name was found in the USA, the UK, and Canada between 1840 and 1920. The most Beightol families were found in USA in 1880. In 1891 there were 3 Beightol families living in Yorkshire. This was 100% of all the recorded Beightol's in United Kingdom. Yorkshire had the highest population of Beightol families in 1891.
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What did your Beightol ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer and Housekeeper were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Beightol. 35% of Beightol men worked as a Laborer and 28% of Beightol women worked as a Housekeeper. Some less common occupations for Americans named Beightol were Truck Driver and Waitress.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    35%
  • Farmer
    20%
  • Farming
    11%
  • Truck Driver
    8%

Top Female Occupations In 1940

  • Housekeeper
    28%
  • Stenographer
    28%
  • Housewife
    28%
  • Waitress
    19%

What Beightol family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 2,000 census records available for the last name Beightol. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Beightol 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 202 immigration records available for the last name Beightol. 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 468 military records available for the last name Beightol. For the veterans among your Beightol ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Beightol lifespan?

Between 1945 and 2004, in the United States, Beightol life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1967, and highest in 1985. The average life expectancy for Beightol in 1945 was 45, and 79 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Beightol 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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