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Orvella Family History

Orvella 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: Orrell, Portella, Rella, Morella, Tavella, Avella, Novella, Corella

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Census Records

There are 111 census records available for the last name Orvella. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Orvella 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 3 immigration records available for the last name Orvella. 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 Orvella. For the veterans among your Orvella ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Orvella lifespan?

Between 1970 and 2001, in the United States, Orvella life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1970, and highest in 1995. The average life expectancy for Orvella in 1970 was 66, and 74 in 2001.

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