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Newfell Family History

Newfell 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: Newell, Jewell, Sewell, Newhall, Neufeld, Newfield, Newbill, Ewell

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Where is the Newfell family from?

You can see how Newfell families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Newfell family name was found in the UK in 1891. In 1891 there were 6 Newfell families living in London. This was 100% of all the recorded Newfell's in United Kingdom. London had the highest population of Newfell families in 1891.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Newfell 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 38 census records available for the last name Newfell. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Newfell 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 4 immigration records available for the last name Newfell. 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 35 military records available for the last name Newfell. For the veterans among your Newfell ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Newfell lifespan?

Between 2003 and 2004, in the United States, Newfell life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2003, and highest in 2004. The average life expectancy for Newfell in 2003 was 69, and 74 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Newfell 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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