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Vilaire Family History

Vilaire 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: Hilaire, Vilar, Claire, Villere, Belaire, Allaire, Clare, Vila, Vilas

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Census Records

There are 60 census records available for the last name Vilaire. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Vilaire 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 56 immigration records available for the last name Vilaire. 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 5 military records available for the last name Vilaire. For the veterans among your Vilaire ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Vilaire lifespan?

Between 1985 and 2003, in the United States, Vilaire life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1990, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Vilaire in 1985 was 92, and 103 in 2003.

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