This page needs Javascript enabled in order to work properly. Click here for instructions on how to enable it in your browser.
Surname Header Image
Get access to Kruith family records.Start a 14-Day Free Trial

Kruith Family History

Kruith 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: Kruth, Kluth, Ruth, Kritz, Fruit, Raith, Krish, Keith, Fruits, Reith

Search for a relative to learn more about your family history.

Hint: Try searching for a relative alive in 1940.

Where is the Kruith family from?

You can see how Kruith families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Kruith family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Kruith families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 3 Kruith families living in Illinois. This was 100% of all the recorded Kruith's in USA. Illinois had the highest population of Kruith families in 1880.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Kruith surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
Mapbox
© Mapbox © OpenStreetMap Improve this map

What Kruith family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 42 census records available for the last name Kruith. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Kruith census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

Search UK census records for Kruith

Passenger Lists

There are 1 immigration records available for the last name Kruith. 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.

View all Kruith immigration records

Draft Cards

There are 1,000 military records available for the last name Kruith. For the veterans among your Kruith ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

View all Kruith military records

You've only scratched the surface of Kruith family history

Discover More

What is the average Kruith lifespan?

Average Kruith life expectancy in 1993 was 31 years. This was lower than the general public life expectancy which was 73.

View Social Security Death Index (SSDI) for Kruith

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Kruith 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.

Discover the unique achievements of ancestors in the Kruith family tree

Explore Your Tree
Search for another surname
Enter last name/surname
Start a 14-Day Free Trial