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Afzelius Family History

Afzelius 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: Chelius, Feliu, Feltus, Angelus, Melius, Angelis, Melis, Alexis

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Census Records

There are 26 census records available for the last name Afzelius. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Afzelius 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 110 immigration records available for the last name Afzelius. 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 14 military records available for the last name Afzelius. For the veterans among your Afzelius ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Afzelius lifespan?

Between 1962 and 2003, in the United States, Afzelius life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1967, and highest in 1971. The average life expectancy for Afzelius in 1962 was 73, and 81 in 2003.

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