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Keimel Family History

Keimel Surname Meaning

German: derivative of Keim. Compare Camel

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


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You can see how Keimel families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Keimel family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Keimel families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 8 Keimel families living in New Jersey. This was about 73% of all the recorded Keimel's in USA. New Jersey had the highest population of Keimel families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 180 census records available for the last name Keimel. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Keimel 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 83 immigration records available for the last name Keimel. 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 367 military records available for the last name Keimel. For the veterans among your Keimel ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Keimel lifespan?

Between 1965 and 2004, in the United States, Keimel life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2004, and highest in 1976. The average life expectancy for Keimel in 1965 was 85, and 43 in 2004.

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