This page needs Javascript enabled in order to work properly. Click here for instructions on how to enable it in your browser.
Surname Header Image
Get access to Bragall family records.Start a 14-Day Free Trial

Bragall Family History

Bragall 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: Bagnall, Bramhall, Braga, Fragale, Bragan, Basgall, Argall, Brazill

Search for a relative to learn more about your family history.

Hint: Try searching for a relative alive in 1940.

Where is the Bragall family from?

You can see how Bragall families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Bragall family name was found in the USA, and Scotland between 1841 and 1920. The most Bragall families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 14 Bragall families living in South Carolina. This was 100% of all the recorded Bragall's in USA. South Carolina had the highest population of Bragall families in 1880.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Bragall surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
Mapbox
© Mapbox © OpenStreetMap Improve this map

What Bragall family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 91 census records available for the last name Bragall. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Bragall census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

Search Canadian census records for Bragall

Passenger Lists

There are 5 immigration records available for the last name Bragall. 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.

View all Bragall immigration records

Draft Cards

There are 4 military records available for the last name Bragall. For the veterans among your Bragall ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

View all Bragall military records

You've only scratched the surface of Bragall family history

Discover More

What is the average Bragall lifespan?

Average Bragall life expectancy in 1982 was 72 years. This was lower than the general public life expectancy which was 72.

View Social Security Death Index (SSDI) for Bragall

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Bragall 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.

Discover the unique achievements of ancestors in the Bragall family tree

Explore Your Tree
Search for another surname
Enter last name/surname
Start a 14-Day Free Trial