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Kalfs Family History

Kalfs 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: Kalis, Kalfas, Kalas, Kales, Sales, Karas, Kakos, Kale, Salas, Malis

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Where is the Kalfs family from?

You can see how Kalfs families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Kalfs family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Kalfs family living in Illinois. This was about 33% of all the recorded Kalfs's in USA. Illinois and 2 other states had the highest population of Kalfs families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 86 census records available for the last name Kalfs. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Kalfs 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 5 immigration records available for the last name Kalfs. 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 52 military records available for the last name Kalfs. For the veterans among your Kalfs ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Kalfs lifespan?

Between 1973 and 2004, in the United States, Kalfs life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1973, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Kalfs in 1973 was 44, and 79 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Kalfs 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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