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Colyvas Family History

Colyvas 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: Olivas, Colas, Collias, Colyar, Coleman, Oliva, Holyoak, Livas

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There are 39 census records available for the last name Colyvas. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Colyvas 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 103 immigration records available for the last name Colyvas. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in Canada, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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There are 8 military records available for the last name Colyvas. For the veterans among your Colyvas ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Colyvas lifespan?

Between 1970 and 2004, in the United States, Colyvas life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1970, and highest in 1995. The average life expectancy for Colyvas in 1970 was 62, and 62 in 2004.

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