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Wachelin Family History

Wachelin 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: Schelin, Rachlin, Wahlin, Wangelin, Michelin, Wakelin, Rachel, Helin

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Census Records

There are 4 census records available for the last name Wachelin. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Wachelin 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 82 immigration records available for the last name Wachelin. 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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There are 1,000 military records available for the last name Wachelin. For the veterans among your Wachelin ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Wachelin lifespan?

Between 1987 and 1991, in the United States, Wachelin life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1987, and highest in 1991. The average life expectancy for Wachelin in 1987 was 75, and 78 in 1991.

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