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Degravelles Family History

Degravelles 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: Gravelle, Leavelle, Gravell, Decelles, Segraves, Deville, Lavelle

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Where is the Degravelles family from?

You can see how Degravelles families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Degravelles family name was found in the USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 2 Degravelles families living in Louisiana. This was 100% of all the recorded Degravelles's in USA. Louisiana had the highest population of Degravelles families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 11 census records available for the last name Degravelles. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Degravelles 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 3 immigration records available for the last name Degravelles. 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 16 military records available for the last name Degravelles. For the veterans among your Degravelles ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Degravelles lifespan?

Between 1971 and 2003, in the United States, Degravelles life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1996, and highest in 1991. The average life expectancy for Degravelles in 1971 was 82, and 72 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Degravelles 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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