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Shlian Family History

Shlian 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: Shan, Lian, Selman, Salman, Sultan, Shin, Milian, Julian, Shean

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Census Records

There are 12 census records available for the last name Shlian. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Shlian 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 11 immigration records available for the last name Shlian. 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 7 military records available for the last name Shlian. For the veterans among your Shlian ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Shlian lifespan?

Between 1966 and 2003, in the United States, Shlian life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2003, and highest in 1992. The average life expectancy for Shlian in 1966 was 60, and 46 in 2003.

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