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Vendley Family History

Vendley 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: Pendley, Hendley, Fendley, Henley, Lindley, Medley, Bentley, Tendler

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Where is the Vendley family from?

You can see how Vendley families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Vendley family name was found in the USA, and the UK between 1891 and 1920. The most Vendley families were found in United Kingdom in 1891. In 1891 there were 4 Vendley families living in Lancashire. This was 100% of all the recorded Vendley's in United Kingdom. Lancashire had the highest population of Vendley families in 1891.
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Census Records

There are 61 census records available for the last name Vendley. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Vendley 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 3 immigration records available for the last name Vendley. 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 16 military records available for the last name Vendley. For the veterans among your Vendley ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Vendley lifespan?

Between 1972 and 2001, in the United States, Vendley life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1972, and highest in 1983. The average life expectancy for Vendley in 1972 was 54, and 68 in 2001.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Vendley 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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