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Sevelis Family History

Sevelis 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: Severin, Velis, Seelig, Nevels, Reveles, Severs, Bevels, Severns

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Census Records

There are 26 census records available for the last name Sevelis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Sevelis 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 16 immigration records available for the last name Sevelis. 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 8 military records available for the last name Sevelis. For the veterans among your Sevelis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Sevelis lifespan?

Between 1986 and 1997, in the United States, Sevelis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1986, and highest in 1994. The average life expectancy for Sevelis in 1986 was 67, and 73 in 1997.

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