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Schjold Family History

Schjold 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: Scholl, Schild, Schmoll, Schmoldt, Schroll, School, Schield, Schnoll

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Census Records

There are 22 census records available for the last name Schjold. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Schjold 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 16 immigration records available for the last name Schjold. 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 1 military records available for the last name Schjold. For the veterans among your Schjold ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Schjold lifespan?

Between 1963 and 1980, in the United States, Schjold life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1963, and highest in 1980. The average life expectancy for Schjold in 1963 was 75, and 94 in 1980.

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