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Bija Family History

Bija 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: Bina, Bila, Biga, Biba, Boda, Bara, Basa, Bird, Baba, Ba

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Where is the Bija family from?

You can see how Bija families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Bija family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Bija families living in Illinois. This was 100% of all the recorded Bija's in USA. Illinois had the highest population of Bija families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Bija surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 90 census records available for the last name Bija. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Bija 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 25 immigration records available for the last name Bija. 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 19 military records available for the last name Bija. For the veterans among your Bija ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Bija lifespan?

Between 1981 and 2003, in the United States, Bija life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1988, and highest in 1991. The average life expectancy for Bija in 1981 was 76, and 74 in 2003.

View Social Security Death Index (SSDI) for Bija

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Bija 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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