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Metelus Family History

Metelus Surname Meaning

Haitian (mainly Métélus): variant of Metellus.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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What did your Metelus ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Fireman was the top reported job for people in the USA named Metelus. 100% of Metelus men worked as a Fireman.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Fireman
    100%

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Census Records

There are 32 census records available for the last name Metelus. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Metelus 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 7 immigration records available for the last name Metelus. 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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There are 2 military records available for the last name Metelus. For the veterans among your Metelus ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Metelus lifespan?

Between 1990 and 2002, in the United States, Metelus life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2000, and highest in 2002. The average life expectancy for Metelus in 1990 was 55, and 64 in 2002.

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