Kichler Family History

Kichler Surname Meaning

German: occupational name for a baker of cookies and small cakes. An agent derivative of Middle High German küechel(in) ‘small cake’.

It signifies a trade associated with the preparation and sale of sweet baked goods.

The term showcases the linguistic evolution from historical Germanic roots to modern usage.

This occupational name reflects the cultural importance of baking in German heritage.

Additionally, it highlights the craftsmanship involved in creating these delightful treats.

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

Similar surnames: Kuchler, Pichler, Kucher, Bichler, Kissler, Dichter, Keckler, Keicher, Kocher, Tischler

3K	Birth, Marriage, and Deaths
331	Military Records
446	Immigration Records
1K	Census and Voter Lists
2K	Member Trees

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Where is the Kichler family from?

You can see how Kichler families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Kichler family name was found in the USA, the UK, and Canada between 1880 and 1920. The most Kichler families were found in USA in 1920. In 1911 there were 3 Kichler families living in Ontario. This was 100% of all the recorded Kichler's in Canada. Ontario had the highest population of Kichler families in 1911.

Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Kichler surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.

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What did your Kichler ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Farmer and Clerk were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Kichler. 37% of Kichler men worked as a Farmer and 67% of Kichler women worked as a Clerk. Some less common occupations for Americans named Kichler were Bookkeeper and Maid.

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We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

Farmer

37%

Laborer

32%

Manager

11%

Bookkeeper

11%

Clerk

67%

Maid

34%

What Kichler family records will you find?

Census Record

There are 1K census records available for the last name Kichler. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Kichler census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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Passenger List

There are 446 immigration records available for the last name Kichler. 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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Military Records

There are 331 military records available for the last name Kichler. For the veterans among your Kichler ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Kichler lifespan?

Between 1949 and 2004, in the United States, Kichler life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1999, and highest in 1984. The average life expectancy for Kichler in 1949 was 49, and 75 in 2004.

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Kichler Surname Meaning

German: occupational name for a baker of cookies and small cakes. An agent derivative of Middle High German küechel(in) ‘small cake’.

It signifies a trade associated with the preparation and sale of sweet baked goods.

The term showcases the linguistic evolution from historical Germanic roots to modern usage.

This occupational name reflects the cultural importance of baking in German heritage.

Additionally, it highlights the craftsmanship involved in creating these delightful treats.

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

Where is the Kichler family from?

What did your Kichler ancestors do for a living?

Data not to scale

We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

Farmer

37%

Laborer

32%

Manager

11%

Bookkeeper

11%

Clerk

67%

Maid

34%

What Kichler family records will you find?

What is the average Kichler lifespan?

Between 1949 and 2004, in the United States, Kichler life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1999, and highest in 1984. The average life expectancy for Kichler in 1949 was 49, and 75 in 2004.

Kichler Family History

Kichler Surname Meaning

7,000 record(s) for Kichler

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What did your Kichler ancestors do for a living?

Top Male Occupations In 1940

Top Female Occupations In 1940

What Kichler family records will you find?

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Passenger List

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What is the average Kichler lifespan?

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Kichler Surname Meaning

7,000 record(s) for Kichler

Search for a relative to learn more about your family history.

Where is the Kichler family from?

What did your Kichler ancestors do for a living?

Top Male Occupations In 1940

Top Female Occupations In 1940

What Kichler family records will you find?

Census Record

Passenger List

Military Records

You've only scratched the surface of Kichler family history

What is the average Kichler lifespan?

Discover the unique achievements of ancestors in the Kichler family tree

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