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Kalys Family History

Kalys 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: Kalis, Kalas, Palys, Kales, Kays, Kay, Sales, Karas, Kakos, Kale

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Where is the Kalys family from?

You can see how Kalys families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Kalys family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Kalys families living in New York. This was about 67% of all the recorded Kalys's in USA. New York had the highest population of Kalys families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Kalys 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 35 census records available for the last name Kalys. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Kalys 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 10 immigration records available for the last name Kalys. 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 Kalys. For the veterans among your Kalys ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Kalys lifespan?

Between 1982 and 2004, in the United States, Kalys life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1982, and highest in 2004. The average life expectancy for Kalys in 1982 was 70, and 89 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Kalys 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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