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Maclachlin Family History

Maclachlin 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: Maclachlan, Mclachlan, Mclauchlin, Maclaughlin, Mceachin, Mclaughlin

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Where is the Maclachlin family from?

You can see how Maclachlin families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Maclachlin family name was found in the USA, and Scotland between 1841 and 1920. The most Maclachlin families were found in and Scotland in 1841. In 1841 there was 1 Maclachlin family living in Argyll. This was about 50% of all the recorded Maclachlin's in Scotland. Argyll and 1 other county had the highest population of Maclachlin families in 1841.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Maclachlin surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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  • 1851
  • 1871
  • 1901
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Census Records

There are 242 census records available for the last name Maclachlin. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Maclachlin 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 55 immigration records available for the last name Maclachlin. 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 24 military records available for the last name Maclachlin. For the veterans among your Maclachlin ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Maclachlin lifespan?

Between 1978 and 1997, in the United States, Maclachlin life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1978, and highest in 1996. The average life expectancy for Maclachlin in 1978 was 62, and 86 in 1997.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Maclachlin 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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