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Deshiell Family History

Deshiell Surname Meaning

Altered form of Dashiell a surname of French origin. Compare Deshield.

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


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You can see how Deshiell families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Deshiell family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Deshiell families were found in USA in 1920. In 1880 there was 1 Deshiell family living in Delaware. This was 100% of all the recorded Deshiell's in USA. Delaware had the highest population of Deshiell families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 120 census records available for the last name Deshiell. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Deshiell 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 11 immigration records available for the last name Deshiell. 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 59 military records available for the last name Deshiell. For the veterans among your Deshiell ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Deshiell lifespan?

Between 1967 and 1998, in the United States, Deshiell life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1967, and highest in 1976. The average life expectancy for Deshiell in 1967 was 65, and 73 in 1998.

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