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Valaday Family History

Valaday 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: Allday, Alday, Salada, Varady, Laday, Valade, Valadez, Canaday

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Census Records

There are 8 census records available for the last name Valaday. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Valaday 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 1 immigration records available for the last name Valaday. 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 6 military records available for the last name Valaday. For the veterans among your Valaday ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Valaday lifespan?

Between 1995 and 1997, in the United States, Valaday life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1995, and highest in 1997. The average life expectancy for Valaday in 1995 was 73, and 96 in 1997.

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