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Dohlby Family History

Dohlby 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: Dahlby, Dolby, Dalby, Colby, Bowlby, Dolly, Doby, Dooley, Doheny

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Census Records

There are 64 census records available for the last name Dohlby. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Dohlby 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 1 immigration records available for the last name Dohlby. 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 8 military records available for the last name Dohlby. For the veterans among your Dohlby ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Dohlby lifespan?

Between 1978 and 1985, in the United States, Dohlby life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1978, and highest in 1985. The average life expectancy for Dohlby in 1978 was 68, and 93 in 1985.

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