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Chimal Family History

Chimal Surname Meaning

Amerindian (Mexico): from the root of Nahuatl (Aztec) chimalli ‘shield’.

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


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You can see how Chimal families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Chimal family name was found in the UK, and Canada between 1891 and 1911. The most Chimal families were found in Canada in 1911. In 1891 there was 1 Chimal family living in Suffolk. This was 100% of all the recorded Chimal's in United Kingdom. Suffolk had the highest population of Chimal families in 1891.
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There are 1,000 census records available for the last name Chimal. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Chimal 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 49 immigration records available for the last name Chimal. 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 7 military records available for the last name Chimal. For the veterans among your Chimal ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Chimal lifespan?

Between 1993 and 1999, in the United States, Chimal life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1993, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Chimal in 1993 was 59, and 100 in 1999.

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