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Clig Family History

Clig 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: Alig, Li, Chi, Ling, Cai, Cain, Lis, Lin, Ali, Feig

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Census Records

There are 33 census records available for the last name Clig. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Clig 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 15 immigration records available for the last name Clig. 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 3 military records available for the last name Clig. For the veterans among your Clig ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Clig lifespan?

Between 1976 and 2003, in the United States, Clig life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1983, and highest in 1976. The average life expectancy for Clig in 1976 was 80, and 68 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Clig ancestors lived in harsh conditions. A short lifespan might also indicate health problems that were once prevalent in your family. The SSDI is a searchable database of more than 70 million names. You can find birthdates, death dates, addresses and more.

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