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Palof Family History

Palof 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: Palo, Palos, Palm, Paley, Palla, Pal, Malon, Pala, Malo, Palin

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Census Records

There are 30 census records available for the last name Palof. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Palof 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 25 immigration records available for the last name Palof. 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 Palof. For the veterans among your Palof ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Palof lifespan?

Between 1971 and 1999, in the United States, Palof life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1999, and highest in 1990. The average life expectancy for Palof in 1971 was 82, and 73 in 1999.

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