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Spielan Family History

Spielan 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: Spielman, Spiewak, Spillane, Selan, Phelan, Spillman, Spieler, Piela

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Census Records

There are 4 census records available for the last name Spielan. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Spielan 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 17 immigration records available for the last name Spielan. 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 5 military records available for the last name Spielan. For the veterans among your Spielan ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Spielan lifespan?

Between 1983 and 1989, in the United States, Spielan life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1983, and highest in 1989. The average life expectancy for Spielan in 1983 was 66, and 71 in 1989.

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