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Nykl Family History

Nykl 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: Neal, Noel, Nye, Dyke, Noll, Nell, Nail, Nill, Byl, Nohl

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Where is the Nykl family from?

You can see how Nykl families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Nykl family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Nykl families living in Illinois. This was 100% of all the recorded Nykl's in USA. Illinois had the highest population of Nykl families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Nykl 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 42 census records available for the last name Nykl. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Nykl 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 31 immigration records available for the last name Nykl. 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 29 military records available for the last name Nykl. For the veterans among your Nykl ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Nykl lifespan?

Between 1966 and 2001, in the United States, Nykl life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1966, and highest in 1986. The average life expectancy for Nykl in 1966 was 68, and 85 in 2001.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Nykl 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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