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Velha Family History

Velha 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: Vela, Vella, Villa, Vila, Melia, Vea, Belka, Pella, Sella, Tella

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Census Records

There are 8 census records available for the last name Velha. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Velha 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 45 immigration records available for the last name Velha. 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 13 military records available for the last name Velha. For the veterans among your Velha ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Velha lifespan?

Between 1985 and 1998, in the United States, Velha life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1985, and highest in 1998. The average life expectancy for Velha in 1985 was 70, and 90 in 1998.

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