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Wangelien Family History

Wangelien 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: Wangelin, Langelier, Wangerin, Angelico, Angeles, Hagelin, Langevin

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Census Records

There are 64 census records available for the last name Wangelien. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Wangelien 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 2 immigration records available for the last name Wangelien. 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 8 military records available for the last name Wangelien. For the veterans among your Wangelien ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Wangelien lifespan?

Between 1964 and 1997, in the United States, Wangelien life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1964, and highest in 1997. The average life expectancy for Wangelien in 1964 was 67, and 96 in 1997.

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