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Grilj Family History

Grilj 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: Grill, Gill, Brill, Grime, Grine, Griff, Grice, Grist, Guile, Groll

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Census Records

There are 13 census records available for the last name Grilj. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Grilj 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 24 immigration records available for the last name Grilj. 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 1 military records available for the last name Grilj. For the veterans among your Grilj ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Grilj lifespan?

Between 1974 and 1987, in the United States, Grilj life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1974, and highest in 1986. The average life expectancy for Grilj in 1974 was 58, and 89 in 1987.

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