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Hojell Family History

Hojell 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: Howell, Hoell, Hodell, Hovell, Hell, Rosell, Powell, Odell, Bodell

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Where is the Hojell family from?

You can see how Hojell families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Hojell family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Hojell family living in Illinois. This was 100% of all the recorded Hojell's in USA. Illinois had the highest population of Hojell families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Hojell surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 1 census records available for the last name Hojell. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Hojell 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 Hojell. 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 3 military records available for the last name Hojell. For the veterans among your Hojell ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Hojell lifespan?

Between 1986 and 1995, in the United States, Hojell life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1986, and highest in 1995. The average life expectancy for Hojell in 1986 was 63, and 71 in 1995.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Hojell 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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