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Galil Family History

Galil 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: Gall, Jalil, Galin, Gail, Galik, Kalil, Gill, Gale, Gavin, Gabel

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Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Galil 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 28 census records available for the last name Galil. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Galil 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 77 immigration records available for the last name Galil. 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 7 military records available for the last name Galil. For the veterans among your Galil ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Galil lifespan?

Between 1969 and 1990, in the United States, Galil life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1990, and highest in 1969. The average life expectancy for Galil in 1969 was 69, and 65 in 1990.

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