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Hywell Family History

Hywell 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: Howell, Hewell, Hysell, Oswell, Jewell, Hell, Elwell, Sewell, Harwell

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Census Records

There are 36 census records available for the last name Hywell. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Hywell 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 23 immigration records available for the last name Hywell. 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 Hywell. For the veterans among your Hywell ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Hywell lifespan?

Between 1969 and 2000, in the United States, Hywell life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1980, and highest in 1972. The average life expectancy for Hywell in 1969 was 74, and 73 in 2000.

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