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Knedle Family History

Knedle 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: Kneale, Knodle, Knell, Knee, Kendle, Needle, Koelle, Knadler, Keeble

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Where is the Knedle family from?

You can see how Knedle families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Knedle family name was found in the USA, and the UK between 1880 and 1920. The most Knedle families were found in USA in 1880, USA in 1920, and United Kingdom in 1891. In 1891 there was 1 Knedle family living in Lancashire. This was 100% of all the recorded Knedle's in United Kingdom. Lancashire had the highest population of Knedle families in 1891.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Knedle 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 100 census records available for the last name Knedle. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Knedle 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 10 immigration records available for the last name Knedle. 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 40 military records available for the last name Knedle. For the veterans among your Knedle ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Knedle lifespan?

Between 1966 and 2003, in the United States, Knedle life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1990, and highest in 1987. The average life expectancy for Knedle in 1966 was 63, and 95 in 2003.

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