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Papaila Family History

Papaila 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: Palaia, Papalia, Papale, Papania, Kapala, Papa, April, Parola, Palla

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Census Records

There are 38 census records available for the last name Papaila. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Papaila 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 12 immigration records available for the last name Papaila. 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 111 military records available for the last name Papaila. For the veterans among your Papaila ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Papaila lifespan?

Between 1975 and 1996, in the United States, Papaila life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1982, and highest in 1989. The average life expectancy for Papaila in 1975 was 80, and 81 in 1996.

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