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Melrood Family History

Melrood 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: Elwood, Melrose, Elrod, Melroy, Herod, Mero, Milford, Henwood, Melson

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Census Records

There are 5 census records available for the last name Melrood. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Melrood 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 Melrood. 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 6 military records available for the last name Melrood. For the veterans among your Melrood ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Melrood lifespan?

Between 1963 and 1995, in the United States, Melrood life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1995, and highest in 1972. The average life expectancy for Melrood in 1963 was 76, and 45 in 1995.

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