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Heikla Family History

Heikla 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: Heikkila, Heckle, Heikes, Heiken, Heike, Heil, Cwikla, Heigl, Heinle

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Where is the Heikla family from?

You can see how Heikla families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Heikla family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1880 and 1920. The most Heikla families were found in Canada in 1911. In 1911 there were 6 Heikla families living in Alberta. This was 100% of all the recorded Heikla's in Canada. Alberta had the highest population of Heikla families in 1911.
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Census Records

There are 45 census records available for the last name Heikla. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Heikla 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 9 immigration records available for the last name Heikla. 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 20 military records available for the last name Heikla. For the veterans among your Heikla ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Heikla lifespan?

Between 1975 and 2001, in the United States, Heikla life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1975, and highest in 1981. The average life expectancy for Heikla in 1975 was 79, and 79 in 2001.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Heikla 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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