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Detilla Family History

Detilla 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: Deville, Sevilla, Revilla, Demille, Petillo, Petrilla, Antilla, Dilla

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Where is the Detilla family from?

You can see how Detilla families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Detilla family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Detilla families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 6 Detilla families living in Kansas. This was 100% of all the recorded Detilla's in USA. Kansas had the highest population of Detilla families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 84 census records available for the last name Detilla. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Detilla 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 Detilla. 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 96 military records available for the last name Detilla. For the veterans among your Detilla ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Detilla lifespan?

Between 1966 and 2003, in the United States, Detilla life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1985, and highest in 1979. The average life expectancy for Detilla in 1966 was 68, and 55 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Detilla 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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