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Critella Family History

Critella 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: Cretella, Critelli, Rinella, Crivello, Rotella, Frisella, Cristello

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Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Critella 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 38 census records available for the last name Critella. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Critella 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 32 immigration records available for the last name Critella. 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 4 military records available for the last name Critella. For the veterans among your Critella ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Critella lifespan?

Between 1970 and 1994, in the United States, Critella life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1970, and highest in 1994. The average life expectancy for Critella in 1970 was 68, and 79 in 1994.

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