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Jila Family History

Jila 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: Vila, Jia, Fila, Bila, Ji, Gill, Jin, Sala, Mill, Hill

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Census Records

There are 36 census records available for the last name Jila. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Jila 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 Jila. 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 9 military records available for the last name Jila. For the veterans among your Jila ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Jila lifespan?

Between 1966 and 2000, in the United States, Jila life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1972, and highest in 2000. The average life expectancy for Jila in 1966 was 76, and 91 in 2000.

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