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Skarlis Family History

Skarlis 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: Karlin, Karlik, Kalis, Sarris, Salis, Sallis, Sarkis, Sarles, Kallis

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Where is the Skarlis family from?

Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Skarlis surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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What did your Skarlis ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer and Housewife were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Skarlis. 100% of Skarlis men worked as a Laborer and 100% of Skarlis women worked as a Housewife.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    100%

Top Female Occupations In 1940

  • Housewife
    100%

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Census Records

There are 45 census records available for the last name Skarlis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Skarlis 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 48 immigration records available for the last name Skarlis. 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 29 military records available for the last name Skarlis. For the veterans among your Skarlis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Skarlis lifespan?

Between 1976 and 2000, in the United States, Skarlis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1996, and highest in 1989. The average life expectancy for Skarlis in 1976 was 85, and 84 in 2000.

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