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Kailus Family History

Kailus 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: Kallus, Kairis, Hailes, Klus, Kalmus, Kalis, Kaus, Kallas, Bailes

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Where is the Kailus family from?

You can see how Kailus families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Kailus family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Kailus families living in Ohio. This was 100% of all the recorded Kailus's in USA. Ohio had the highest population of Kailus families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 47 census records available for the last name Kailus. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Kailus 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 37 immigration records available for the last name Kailus. 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 16 military records available for the last name Kailus. For the veterans among your Kailus ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Kailus lifespan?

Between 1975 and 2004, in the United States, Kailus life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1994, and highest in 1975. The average life expectancy for Kailus in 1975 was 91, and 78 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Kailus 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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