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Biala Family History

Biala 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: Bala, Fiala, Biela, Bialy, Bialas, Bila, Bialk, Beal, Sala, Bara

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Where is the Biala family from?

You can see how Biala families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Biala family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Biala families living in Illinois. This was about 33% of all the recorded Biala's in USA. Illinois and 1 other state had the highest population of Biala families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 142 census records available for the last name Biala. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Biala 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 478 immigration records available for the last name Biala. 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 52 military records available for the last name Biala. For the veterans among your Biala ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Biala lifespan?

Between 1968 and 2004, in the United States, Biala life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1998, and highest in 1991. The average life expectancy for Biala in 1968 was 64, and 80 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Biala ancestors lived in harsh conditions. A short lifespan might also indicate health problems that were once prevalent in your family. The SSDI is a searchable database of more than 70 million names. You can find birthdates, death dates, addresses and more.

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