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Kerlet Family History

Kerlet 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: Kerley, Keller, Kerker, Berley, Kerner, Merle, Kenley, Keeler, Keeley

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Where is the Kerlet family from?

You can see how Kerlet families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Kerlet family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Kerlet families living in Ohio. This was about 50% of all the recorded Kerlet's in USA. Ohio had the highest population of Kerlet families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Kerlet surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.

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Census Records

There are 44 census records available for the last name Kerlet. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Kerlet 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 4 immigration records available for the last name Kerlet. 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 8 military records available for the last name Kerlet. For the veterans among your Kerlet ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Kerlet lifespan?

Between 1968 and 1983, in the United States, Kerlet life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1968, and highest in 1983. The average life expectancy for Kerlet in 1968 was 66, and 82 in 1983.

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Kerlet 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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