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Alvalez Family History

Alvalez 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: Alvarez, Avilez, Alvares, Alverez, Allen, Aviles, Vale, Almaraz

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There are 39 census records available for the last name Alvalez. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Alvalez 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

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There are 3 military records available for the last name Alvalez. For the veterans among your Alvalez ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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Average Alvalez life expectancy in 1992 was 59 years. This was lower than the general public life expectancy which was 73.

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