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Jirel Family History

Jirel 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: Kiel, Borel, Eitel, Jerez, Orel, Wire, Igel, Biel, Sires, Morel

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Where is the Jirel family from?

You can see how Jirel families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Jirel family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Jirel families living in South Carolina. This was about 67% of all the recorded Jirel's in USA. South Carolina had the highest population of Jirel families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 53 census records available for the last name Jirel. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Jirel 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 10 immigration records available for the last name Jirel. 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 74 military records available for the last name Jirel. For the veterans among your Jirel ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Jirel lifespan?

Between 1964 and 2001, in the United States, Jirel life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1973, and highest in 1994. The average life expectancy for Jirel in 1964 was 66, and 73 in 2001.

View Social Security Death Index (SSDI) for Jirel

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Jirel 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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