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Surwill Family History

Surwill 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: Purtill, Burwell, Surrell, Pudwill, Sturgill, Spruill, Turrill

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Census Records

There are 47 census records available for the last name Surwill. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Surwill 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 9 immigration records available for the last name Surwill. 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 26 military records available for the last name Surwill. For the veterans among your Surwill ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Surwill lifespan?

Between 1967 and 2004, in the United States, Surwill life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2004, and highest in 1997. The average life expectancy for Surwill in 1967 was 90, and 24 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Surwill 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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