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Delija Family History

Delija 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: Delisa, Melia, Elijah, Melita, Elia, Delich, De Lima, Celia, Delise

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Census Records

There are 13 census records available for the last name Delija. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Delija 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 Delija. 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 7 military records available for the last name Delija. For the veterans among your Delija ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Delija lifespan?

Between 1978 and 1997, in the United States, Delija life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1991, and highest in 1995. The average life expectancy for Delija in 1978 was 84, and 94 in 1997.

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