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Johal Family History

Johal Surname Meaning

Indian: Sikh name of unexplained etymology based on the name of a tribe in the Jat community.

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


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You can see how Johal families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Johal family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1880 and 1920. The most Johal families were found in Canada in 1911. In 1911 there were 2 Johal families living in New Brunswick. This was about 40% of all the recorded Johal's in Canada. New Brunswick had the highest population of Johal families in 1911.
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Census Records

There are 440 census records available for the last name Johal. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Johal 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 112 immigration records available for the last name Johal. 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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There are 3 military records available for the last name Johal. For the veterans among your Johal ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Johal lifespan?

Between 1977 and 2004, in the United States, Johal life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1991, and highest in 1994. The average life expectancy for Johal in 1977 was 35, and 38 in 2004.

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