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Jakelis Family History

Jakelis 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: Jagels, Jakes, Janulis, Jakel, Jackels, Wakelin, James, Melis, Alexis

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Census Records

There are 14 census records available for the last name Jakelis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Jakelis 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 11 immigration records available for the last name Jakelis. 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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There are 13 military records available for the last name Jakelis. For the veterans among your Jakelis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Jakelis lifespan?

Between 1961 and 1984, in the United States, Jakelis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1961, and highest in 1984. The average life expectancy for Jakelis in 1961 was 57, and 77 in 1984.

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