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Matlega Family History

Matlega 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: Matley, Mateja, Malena, Walega, Mattera, Matera, Mathena, Manley

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Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Matlega 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 34 census records available for the last name Matlega. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Matlega 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 11 immigration records available for the last name Matlega. 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 11 military records available for the last name Matlega. For the veterans among your Matlega ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Matlega lifespan?

Between 1965 and 2004, in the United States, Matlega life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1978, and highest in 1965. The average life expectancy for Matlega in 1965 was 87, and 85 in 2004.

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