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Killander Family History

Killander 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: Callander, Kolander, Killinger, Hollander, Wallander, Kurlander

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Where is the Killander family from?

You can see how Killander families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Killander family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Killander family living in New York. This was about 50% of all the recorded Killander's in USA. New York and 1 other state had the highest population of Killander families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Killander 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 76 census records available for the last name Killander. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Killander 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 83 immigration records available for the last name Killander. 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 11 military records available for the last name Killander. For the veterans among your Killander ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Killander lifespan?

Between 1977 and 1993, in the United States, Killander life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1993, and highest in 1977. The average life expectancy for Killander in 1977 was 86, and 65 in 1993.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Killander 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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