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Spoljaric Family History

Spoljaric Surname Meaning

Croatian (Špoljarić) and Slovenian (Špoljarič) are patronymic names derived from the term špoljar, which means ‘locksmith gunsmith.’

This reflects a lineage that is connected to the trade of crafting locks and firearms in these cultures.

The names encapsulate the heritage and craftsmanship associated with this profession.

For additional context, one can look at related names such as Spolar and Spolarich, which share similar roots.

These variations highlight the geographical and linguistic differences in naming conventions within the region.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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Where is the Spoljaric family from?

You can see how Spoljaric families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Spoljaric family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Spoljaric families living in New York. This was about 67% of all the recorded Spoljaric's in USA. New York had the highest population of Spoljaric families in 1920.
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What did your Spoljaric ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer and Laborer were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Spoljaric. 50% of Spoljaric men worked as a Laborer and 100% of Spoljaric women worked as a Laborer.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    50%
  • Chipper
    50%

Top Female Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    100%

What Spoljaric family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 126 census records available for the last name Spoljaric. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Spoljaric 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 436 immigration records available for the last name Spoljaric. 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 89 military records available for the last name Spoljaric. For the veterans among your Spoljaric ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Spoljaric lifespan?

Between 1952 and 2003, in the United States, Spoljaric life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1993, and highest in 1978. The average life expectancy for Spoljaric in 1952 was 39, and 88 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Spoljaric 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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