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Quilgan Family History

Quilgan 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: Quillan, Quinlan, Quillman, Hulgan, Qualman, Quillin, Quillian

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Census Records

There are 15 census records available for the last name Quilgan. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Quilgan 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 10 immigration records available for the last name Quilgan. 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 2 military records available for the last name Quilgan. For the veterans among your Quilgan ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Quilgan lifespan?

Between 1972 and 1987, in the United States, Quilgan life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1987, and highest in 1977. The average life expectancy for Quilgan in 1972 was 85, and 74 in 1987.

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