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Malela Family History

Malela 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: Malena, Makela, Falla, Palla, Halla, Mallo, Molla, Varela, Macera

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Where is the Malela family from?

You can see how Malela families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Malela family name was found in the USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 2 Malela families living in Illinois. This was 100% of all the recorded Malela's in USA. Illinois had the highest population of Malela families in 1880.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Malela 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 35 census records available for the last name Malela. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Malela 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 9 immigration records available for the last name Malela. 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 5 military records available for the last name Malela. For the veterans among your Malela ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Malela lifespan?

Between 1981 and 2004, in the United States, Malela life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2004, and highest in 1981. The average life expectancy for Malela in 1981 was 101, and 72 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Malela 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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