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Watnelie Family History

Watnelie 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: Ainslie, Natalie, Carnegie, Watne, Langlie, Janelle, Warnecke

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Census Records

There are 16 census records available for the last name Watnelie. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Watnelie 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 6 immigration records available for the last name Watnelie. 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 military records available for the last name Watnelie. For the veterans among your Watnelie ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Watnelie lifespan?

Between 1965 and 1980, in the United States, Watnelie life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1980, and highest in 1965. The average life expectancy for Watnelie in 1965 was 91, and 78 in 1980.

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