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Benjella Family History

Benjella Name 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: Bendell, Mennella, Pennella, Fennell, Vanella, Hensell, Rinella

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Census records can tell you a lot of little known facts about your Benjella ancestors, such as occupation. Occupation can tell you about your ancestor's social and economic status.

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Census Records

There are 9 census records available for the last name Benjella. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Benjella 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 642 immigration records available for the last name Benjella. 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 7 military records available for the last name Benjella. For the veterans among your Benjella ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Benjella lifespan?

Between 1966 and 2002, in the United States, Benjella life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2002, and highest in 1966. The average life expectancy for Benjella in 1966 was 77, and 59 in 2002.

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