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Chahal Family History

Chahal Surname Meaning

Indian (Punjab): Sikh name of unexplained etymology based on the name of a Jat clan.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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You can see how Chahal families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Chahal family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1880 and 1920. The most Chahal families were found in Canada in 1911. In 1911 there were 6 Chahal families living in Manitoba. This was about 55% of all the recorded Chahal's in Canada. Manitoba had the highest population of Chahal families in 1911.
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Census Records

There are 192 census records available for the last name Chahal. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Chahal 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 67 immigration records available for the last name Chahal. 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 11 military records available for the last name Chahal. For the veterans among your Chahal ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Chahal lifespan?

Between 1984 and 2004, in the United States, Chahal life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2002, and highest in 2004. The average life expectancy for Chahal in 1984 was 49, and 78 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Chahal 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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