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Simental Family History

Simental Surname Meaning

Hispanic (Mexico): possibly a nickname from an altered form of Spanish semental which is an adjective denoting something in relation with seeding or breeding.

This term also carries a noun meaning ‘stud horse’ or ‘stud bull’.

The origins of the term can be traced back to its linguistic roots, reflecting the importance of agriculture and livestock in Hispanic culture.

Understanding this word can provide insights into the historical context of breeding and agriculture in Mexico.

Overall, the term embodies both cultural and agricultural significance within the Hispanic community.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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Where is the Simental family from?

You can see how Simental families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Simental family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 6 Simental families living in California. This was about 40% of all the recorded Simental's in USA. California had the highest population of Simental families in 1920.
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What did your Simental ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer and Maid were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Simental. 62% of Simental men worked as a Laborer and 50% of Simental women worked as a Maid. Some less common occupations for Americans named Simental were Farm Laborer and House Maid.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    62%
  • Farmer
    24%
  • Farm Laborer
    16%

Top Female Occupations In 1940

  • Maid
    50%
  • Waitress
    25%
  • House Maid
    25%

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Passenger Lists

There are 560 immigration records available for the last name Simental. 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 154 military records available for the last name Simental. For the veterans among your Simental ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Simental lifespan?

Between 1959 and 2004, in the United States, Simental life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1975, and highest in 1970. The average life expectancy for Simental in 1959 was 32, and 60 in 2004.

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