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Califa Family History

Califa 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: Calia, Caliva, Califf, Kalina, Cala, Khalifa, Calla, Aliff, Cliff

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Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Califa surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 53 census records available for the last name Califa. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Califa 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 42 immigration records available for the last name Califa. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the UK, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 8 military records available for the last name Califa. For the veterans among your Califa ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Califa lifespan?

Between 1963 and 2001, in the United States, Califa life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1967, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Califa in 1963 was 65, and 82 in 2001.

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