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Nussell Family History

Nussell 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: Russell, Fussell, Mussell, Bussell, Trussell, Bissell, Bursell

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Where is the Nussell family from?

You can see how Nussell families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Nussell family name was found in the USA, and the UK between 1891 and 1920. The most Nussell families were found in USA in 1920. In 1891 there was 1 Nussell family living in Northumberland. This was 100% of all the recorded Nussell's in United Kingdom. Northumberland had the highest population of Nussell families in 1891.
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Census Records

There are 111 census records available for the last name Nussell. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Nussell 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 45 immigration records available for the last name Nussell. 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 30 military records available for the last name Nussell. For the veterans among your Nussell ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Nussell lifespan?

Between 1989 and 2001, in the United States, Nussell life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1998, and highest in 1995. The average life expectancy for Nussell in 1989 was 77, and 87 in 2001.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Nussell 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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