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Brecel Family History

Brecel 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: Breckel, Brice, Brace, Briel, Redel, Brewer, Biebel, Brickel, Breger

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Census Records

There are 21 census records available for the last name Brecel. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Brecel 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 74 immigration records available for the last name Brecel. 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 2 military records available for the last name Brecel. For the veterans among your Brecel ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Brecel lifespan?

Between 1972 and 1988, in the United States, Brecel life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1980, and highest in 1987. The average life expectancy for Brecel in 1972 was 79, and 66 in 1988.

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