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Redell Family History

Redell Surname Meaning

Probably an altered form of Redel.

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


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Where is the Redell family from?

You can see how Redell families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Redell family name was found in the USA, the UK, and Canada between 1840 and 1920. The most Redell families were found in USA in 1920. In 1911 there were 3 Redell families living in Manitoba. This was about 33% of all the recorded Redell's in Canada. Manitoba had the highest population of Redell families in 1911.
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What did your Redell ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer and Stenographer were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Redell. 36% of Redell men worked as a Laborer and 50% of Redell women worked as a Stenographer. Some less common occupations for Americans named Redell were Truck Driver and Housework.

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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.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    36%
  • Farmer
    12%
  • Carpenter
    8%
  • Truck Driver
    6%

Top Female Occupations In 1940

  • Stenographer
    50%
  • Cook
    25%
  • Housework
    25%

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Census Records

There are 2,000 census records available for the last name Redell. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Redell 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 293 immigration records available for the last name Redell. 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 328 military records available for the last name Redell. For the veterans among your Redell ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Redell lifespan?

Between 1962 and 2003, in the United States, Redell life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2001, and highest in 1989. The average life expectancy for Redell in 1962 was 69, and 81 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Redell 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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