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Gridler Family History

Gridler 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: Ridler, Gridley, Kridler, Grider, Grindle, Rider, Ridley, Giller

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Where is the Gridler family from?

You can see how Gridler families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Gridler family name was found in the USA, and the UK between 1840 and 1920. The most Gridler families were found in USA in 1920. In 1891 there were 2 Gridler families living in London. This was about 67% of all the recorded Gridler's in United Kingdom. London had the highest population of Gridler families in 1891.
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Census Records

There are 201 census records available for the last name Gridler. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Gridler 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 21 immigration records available for the last name Gridler. 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 41 military records available for the last name Gridler. For the veterans among your Gridler ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Gridler lifespan?

Between 1949 and 1996, in the United States, Gridler life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1949, and highest in 1978. The average life expectancy for Gridler in 1949 was 37, and 85 in 1996.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Gridler 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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