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Knitle Family History

Knitle 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: Knittle, Kile, Tritle, Knittel, Knitter, Kite, Kettle, Antle, Kittle

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Census Records

There are 65 census records available for the last name Knitle. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Knitle 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 5 immigration records available for the last name Knitle. 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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There are 7 military records available for the last name Knitle. For the veterans among your Knitle ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Knitle lifespan?

Between 1983 and 1991, in the United States, Knitle life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1983, and highest in 1991. The average life expectancy for Knitle in 1983 was 76, and 89 in 1991.

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