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Capili Family History

Capili Surname Meaning

Filipino: from Tagalog pili ‘to choose’ + a Hispanicized form of the associative prefix ka- probably a nickname for someone perceived to be very fussy and fastidious.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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What did your Capili ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Operator was the top reported job for people in the USA named Capili. 100% of Capili men worked as an Operator.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Operator
    100%

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Passenger Lists

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What is the average Capili lifespan?

Between 1970 and 2003, in the United States, Capili life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2001, and highest in 1985. The average life expectancy for Capili in 1970 was 46, and 72 in 2003.

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