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Bruhwiler Family History

Bruhwiler 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: Tutwiler, Brahler, Fulwiler, Buhler, Bruster, Butler, Buller

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Where is the Bruhwiler family from?

You can see how Bruhwiler families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Bruhwiler family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 3 Bruhwiler families living in Oklahoma. This was about 75% of all the recorded Bruhwiler's in USA. Oklahoma had the highest population of Bruhwiler families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 38 census records available for the last name Bruhwiler. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Bruhwiler 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 60 immigration records available for the last name Bruhwiler. 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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Draft Cards

There are 5 military records available for the last name Bruhwiler. For the veterans among your Bruhwiler ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Bruhwiler lifespan?

Between 1976 and 2003, in the United States, Bruhwiler life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1997, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Bruhwiler in 1976 was 77, and 68 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Bruhwiler 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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