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Neilis Family History

Neilis 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: Neils, Nellis, Nelis, Nealis, Melis, Neill, Newlin, Mellis, Dellis

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Where is the Neilis family from?

You can see how Neilis families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Neilis family name was found in the USA, and Scotland between 1841 and 1920. The most Neilis families were found in USA in 1880. In 1841 there were 3 Neilis families living in Angus. This was 100% of all the recorded Neilis's in Scotland. Angus had the highest population of Neilis families in 1841.
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Census Records

There are 246 census records available for the last name Neilis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Neilis 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 64 immigration records available for the last name Neilis. 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 40 military records available for the last name Neilis. For the veterans among your Neilis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Neilis lifespan?

Between 1974 and 2004, in the United States, Neilis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2004, and highest in 1974. The average life expectancy for Neilis in 1974 was 84, and 44 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Neilis 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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