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Jendal Family History

Jendal 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: Rendahl, Kendall, Wendel, Jandl, Sandal, Handal, Benda, Andal, Rendel

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Where is the Jendal family from?

You can see how Jendal families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Jendal family name was found in Scotland in 1851. In 1851 there were 5 Jendal families living in Angus. This was 100% of all the recorded Jendal's in Scotland. Angus had the highest population of Jendal families in 1851.
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Census Records

There are 36 census records available for the last name Jendal. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Jendal 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 41 immigration records available for the last name Jendal. 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 2 military records available for the last name Jendal. For the veterans among your Jendal ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Jendal lifespan?

Between 1966 and 1988, in the United States, Jendal life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1966, and highest in 1967. The average life expectancy for Jendal in 1966 was 70, and 82 in 1988.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Jendal 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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