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Naylis Family History

Naylis 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: Baylis, Bayliss, Allis, Malis, Fallis, Valis, Kalis, Balis, Rallis

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Where is the Naylis family from?

You can see how Naylis families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Naylis family name was found in the USA, the UK, and Scotland between 1891 and 1920. The most Naylis families were found in Scotland in 1891. In 1891 there was 1 Naylis family living in London. This was 100% of all the recorded Naylis's in United Kingdom. London had the highest population of Naylis families in 1891.
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Census Records

There are 104 census records available for the last name Naylis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Naylis 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 7 immigration records available for the last name Naylis. 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 63 military records available for the last name Naylis. For the veterans among your Naylis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Naylis lifespan?

Between 1970 and 2001, in the United States, Naylis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1996, and highest in 1970. The average life expectancy for Naylis in 1970 was 84, and 76 in 2001.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Naylis 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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