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Figela Family History

Figela 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: Figel, Field, Kivela, Fiala, Favela, Figura, Fegely, Feigel, Fiegel

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Where is the Figela family from?

Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Figela 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 18 census records available for the last name Figela. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Figela 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 10 immigration records available for the last name Figela. 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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Draft Cards

There are 1 military records available for the last name Figela. For the veterans among your Figela ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Figela lifespan?

Between 1987 and 1998, in the United States, Figela life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1987, and highest in 1998. The average life expectancy for Figela in 1987 was 76, and 82 in 1998.

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