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Kelbas Family History

Kelbas 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: Kellas, Elias, Kelman, Bellas, Kelber, Klas, Kalfas, Kallas, Kielbasa

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Where is the Kelbas family from?

You can see how Kelbas families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Kelbas family name was found in Scotland in 1891. In 1891 there were 3 Kelbas families living in Aberdeenshire. This was 100% of all the recorded Kelbas's in Scotland. Aberdeenshire had the highest population of Kelbas families in 1891.
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Census Records

There are 21 census records available for the last name Kelbas. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Kelbas 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 13 immigration records available for the last name Kelbas. 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 2 military records available for the last name Kelbas. For the veterans among your Kelbas ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Kelbas lifespan?

Between 1987 and 2000, in the United States, Kelbas life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1987, and highest in 2000. The average life expectancy for Kelbas in 1987 was 14, and 74 in 2000.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Kelbas 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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