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Orlia Family History

Orlia 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: Orlik, Orlin, Oliva, Orio, Melia, Orsi, Olin, Ori, Lia, Raia

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Census Records

There are 40 census records available for the last name Orlia. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Orlia 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 22 immigration records available for the last name Orlia. 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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There are 5 military records available for the last name Orlia. For the veterans among your Orlia ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Orlia lifespan?

Between 1961 and 1982, in the United States, Orlia life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1961, and highest in 1982. The average life expectancy for Orlia in 1961 was 65, and 69 in 1982.

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