This page needs Javascript enabled in order to work properly. Click here for instructions on how to enable it in your browser.
Surname Header Image
Get access to Rohlan family records.Start a 14-Day Free Trial

Rohlan Family History

Rohlan 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: Rohan, Rohland, Rohlman, Rolan, Rohman, Mohan, Rahman, Rowland, Roman

Search for a relative to learn more about your family history.

Hint: Try searching for a relative alive in 1940.

Where is the Rohlan family from?

You can see how Rohlan families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Rohlan family name was found in Canada in 1911. In 1911 there were 6 Rohlan families living in Ontario. This was about 60% of all the recorded Rohlan's in Canada. Ontario had the highest population of Rohlan families in 1911.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Rohlan surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.

What Rohlan family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 71 census records available for the last name Rohlan. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Rohlan census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

Search UK census records for Rohlan

Passenger Lists

There are 46 immigration records available for the last name Rohlan. 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.

View all Rohlan immigration records

Draft Cards

There are 2 military records available for the last name Rohlan. For the veterans among your Rohlan ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

View all Rohlan military records

You've only scratched the surface of Rohlan family history

Discover More

What is the average Rohlan lifespan?

Between 1976 and 2004, in the United States, Rohlan life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2004, and highest in 1976. The average life expectancy for Rohlan in 1976 was 74, and 60 in 2004.

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Rohlan 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.

Discover the unique achievements of ancestors in the Rohlan family tree

Explore Your Tree
Search for another surname
Enter last name/surname
Start a 14-Day Free Trial