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Killilay Family History

Killilay 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: Killian, Killilea, Gillilan, Kallay, William, Gilliland, Kilday

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Where is the Killilay family from?

You can see how Killilay families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Killilay family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Killilay families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 9 Killilay families living in Massachusetts. This was about 82% of all the recorded Killilay's in USA. Massachusetts had the highest population of Killilay families in 1880.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Killilay 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 136 census records available for the last name Killilay. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Killilay 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 5 immigration records available for the last name Killilay. 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 41 military records available for the last name Killilay. For the veterans among your Killilay ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Killilay lifespan?

Between 1961 and 1999, in the United States, Killilay life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1961, and highest in 1974. The average life expectancy for Killilay in 1961 was 61, and 80 in 1999.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Killilay 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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