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Skilins Family History

Skilins 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: Salins, Skilling, Skillings, Skiles, Seiling, Skillin, Sullins

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Census Records

There are 19 census records available for the last name Skilins. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Skilins 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

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There are 2 military records available for the last name Skilins. For the veterans among your Skilins ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Skilins lifespan?

Between 1980 and 2000, in the United States, Skilins life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1991, and highest in 2000. The average life expectancy for Skilins in 1980 was 74, and 88 in 2000.

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