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Kolea Family History

Kolea 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: Kolek, Olea, Kolba, Koles, Kolka, Koler, Kole, Mole, Nolen, Kober

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Census Records

There are 23 census records available for the last name Kolea. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Kolea 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 14 immigration records available for the last name Kolea. 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 21 military records available for the last name Kolea. For the veterans among your Kolea ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Kolea lifespan?

Between 1980 and 2000, in the United States, Kolea life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1980, and highest in 2000. The average life expectancy for Kolea in 1980 was 64, and 79 in 2000.

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