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Arcell Family History

Arcell 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: Arnell, Arkell, Marcell, Ardell, Ancell, Parcell, Hartell, Carnell

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Census Records

There are 55 census records available for the last name Arcell. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Arcell 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 Arcell. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in Canada, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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There are 12 military records available for the last name Arcell. For the veterans among your Arcell ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Arcell lifespan?

Between 1964 and 2002, in the United States, Arcell life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1964, and highest in 1982. The average life expectancy for Arcell in 1964 was 39, and 75 in 2002.

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