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Arcila Name Meaning

Spanish: possibly an altered form of Arcilla .

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


Similar surnames: Arcia, Araiza, Avila, Archila, Aguila, Ariza, Artiga, Accola, Marcia

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Where is the Arcila family from?

You can see how Arcila families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Arcila family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Arcila families living in California. This was about 50% of all the recorded Arcila's in USA. California had the highest population of Arcila families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Arcila surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.

What did your Arcila ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer was the top reported job for people in the USA named Arcila. 100% of Arcila men 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
    100%
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Census Records

There are 185 census records available for the last name Arcila. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Arcila 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 289 immigration records available for the last name Arcila. 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 7 military records available for the last name Arcila. For the veterans among your Arcila ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Arcila lifespan?

Between 1970 and 2004, in the United States, Arcila life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1987, and highest in 1997. The average life expectancy for Arcila in 1970 was 35, and 78 in 2004.

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