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Licea Name Meaning

Hispanic (mainly Mexico and Cuba): altered form of Basque Lezea ‘the abyss chasm’ (see Lecea ). This surname is also found in Spain where it is rare.

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


Similar surnames: Licona, Lieb, Lince, Lier, Cea, Lile, Lipes, Alicea, Lucena, Lira

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Where is the Licea family from?

You can see how Licea families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Licea family name was found in the USA, and the UK between 1880 and 1920. The most Licea families were found in USA in 1920. In 1891 there were 5 Licea families living in London. This was 100% of all the recorded Licea's in United Kingdom. London had the highest population of Licea families in 1891.
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Census Records

There are 858 census records available for the last name Licea. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Licea 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 521 immigration records available for the last name Licea. 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 109 military records available for the last name Licea. For the veterans among your Licea ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Licea lifespan?

Between 1962 and 2004, in the United States, Licea life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1971, and highest in 1988. The average life expectancy for Licea in 1962 was 57, and 73 in 2004.

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