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Knabl Family History

Knabl 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: Knabe, Knable, Knabb, Knabel, Knab, Kaba, Kral, Knapp, Knoll, Kabel

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Where is the Knabl family from?

You can see how Knabl families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Knabl family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Knabl families living in Illinois. This was about 40% of all the recorded Knabl's in USA. Illinois and 1 other state had the highest population of Knabl families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Knabl 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 79 census records available for the last name Knabl. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Knabl 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 42 immigration records available for the last name Knabl. 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 306 military records available for the last name Knabl. For the veterans among your Knabl ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Knabl lifespan?

Between 1972 and 2001, in the United States, Knabl life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1995, and highest in 1996. The average life expectancy for Knabl in 1972 was 88, and 84 in 2001.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Knabl 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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