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Meltis Family History

Meltis 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: Melis, Mellis, Feltis, Melin, Meis, Melia, Martis, Matis, Malis

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Where is the Meltis family from?

You can see how Meltis families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Meltis family name was found in the USA, and Scotland between 1881 and 1920. The most Meltis families were found in Scotland in 1881. In 1881 there were 3 Meltis families living in Stirlingshire. This was 100% of all the recorded Meltis's in Scotland. Stirlingshire had the highest population of Meltis families in 1881.
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Census Records

There are 59 census records available for the last name Meltis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Meltis 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 24 immigration records available for the last name Meltis. 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 3 military records available for the last name Meltis. For the veterans among your Meltis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Meltis lifespan?

Between 1978 and 1985, in the United States, Meltis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1978, and highest in 1985. The average life expectancy for Meltis in 1978 was 76, and 93 in 1985.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Meltis 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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