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Shalash Family History

Shalash Surname Meaning

Arabic (mainly Egypt Syria and Iraq): from the personal name Shallāsh originally a tribal name of unexplained etymology.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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You can see how Shalash families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Shalash family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1911 and 1920. The most Shalash families were found in USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Shalash family living in Iowa. This was about 33% of all the recorded Shalash's in USA. Iowa and 2 other states had the highest population of Shalash families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 33 census records available for the last name Shalash. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Shalash 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 Shalash. 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 Shalash. For the veterans among your Shalash ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Shalash lifespan?

Between 1997 and 2004, in the United States, Shalash life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1997, and highest in 1998. The average life expectancy for Shalash in 1997 was 28, and 51 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Shalash 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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