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Arbeia Family History

Arbeia 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: Arber, Barbera, Arabia, Abela, Arena, Armenia, Arcia, Albea, Abeita

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There are 6 census records available for the last name Arbeia. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Arbeia 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

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There are 3 military records available for the last name Arbeia. For the veterans among your Arbeia ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Arbeia lifespan?

Between 1976 and 1989, in the United States, Arbeia life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1983, and highest in 1989. The average life expectancy for Arbeia in 1976 was 80, and 80 in 1989.

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