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Dechalus Family History

Dechalus 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: Dechant, Neuhaus, De Haas, Gelhaus, Declue, Dieckhaus, Schaus

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Where is the Dechalus family from?

You can see how Dechalus families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Dechalus family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Dechalus family living in New York. This was 100% of all the recorded Dechalus's in USA. New York had the highest population of Dechalus families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 21 census records available for the last name Dechalus. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Dechalus 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 57 immigration records available for the last name Dechalus. 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 6 military records available for the last name Dechalus. For the veterans among your Dechalus ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Dechalus lifespan?

Between 1976 and 1998, in the United States, Dechalus life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1998, and highest in 1993. The average life expectancy for Dechalus in 1976 was 78, and 64 in 1998.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Dechalus 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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