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Zylan Family History

Zylan 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: Zyla, Hylan, Yan, Yuan, Balan, Lyman, Ryland, Ryan, Olan, Hyland

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Census Records

There are 49 census records available for the last name Zylan. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Zylan 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 9 immigration records available for the last name Zylan. 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 5 military records available for the last name Zylan. For the veterans among your Zylan ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Zylan lifespan?

Between 1986 and 2002, in the United States, Zylan life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1986, and highest in 2002. The average life expectancy for Zylan in 1986 was 72, and 87 in 2002.

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