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Dalus Family History

Dalus 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: Dales, Daus, Dacus, Galus, Salus, Sales, Dale, Danis, Damas, Darius

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Where is the Dalus family from?

You can see how Dalus families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Dalus family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Dalus families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 8 Dalus families living in South Carolina. This was about 89% of all the recorded Dalus's in USA. South Carolina had the highest population of Dalus families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 109 census records available for the last name Dalus. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Dalus 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 25 immigration records available for the last name Dalus. 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 18 military records available for the last name Dalus. For the veterans among your Dalus ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Dalus lifespan?

Between 1967 and 1973, in the United States, Dalus life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1967, and highest in 1969. The average life expectancy for Dalus in 1967 was 69, and 78 in 1973.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Dalus 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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