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Violis Family History

Violis 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: Vilas, Pioli, Solis, Millis, Valis, Molis, Viola, Lillis, Vitalis

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Where is the Violis family from?

You can see how Violis families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Violis family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Violis family living in New York. This was 100% of all the recorded Violis's in USA. New York had the highest population of Violis families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Violis surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 41 census records available for the last name Violis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Violis 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 23 immigration records available for the last name Violis. 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 4 military records available for the last name Violis. For the veterans among your Violis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Violis lifespan?

Between 1981 and 2003, in the United States, Violis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1981, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Violis in 1981 was 66, and 96 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Violis 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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