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Kilvady Family History

Kilvady 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: Kilday, Hillary, Dilday, Kallay, Kilby, Lady, Kiraly, Silvas, Killey

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Census Records

There are 9 census records available for the last name Kilvady. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Kilvady 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 5 immigration records available for the last name Kilvady. 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 3 military records available for the last name Kilvady. For the veterans among your Kilvady ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Kilvady lifespan?

Between 1972 and 1995, in the United States, Kilvady life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1985, and highest in 1995. The average life expectancy for Kilvady in 1972 was 66, and 77 in 1995.

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