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Silas Paul Riley, 1884 - 1945
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Silas Paul Riley, 1884 - 1945
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Silas Paul Riley, 1884 - 1949
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Silas Paul Riley, 1884 - 1949
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Silas Riley, 1824 - 1904
MyHeritage Family TreesSilas Riley, 1836 - 1905
MyHeritage Family TreesSilas Edward Riley, 1860 - 1916
MyHeritage Family TreesSilas F Riley, 1842 - 1908
MyHeritage Family TreesSilas Paul Riley, 1884 - 1945
MyHeritage Family TreesSilas Edward Riley, 1860 - 1916
MyHeritage Family TreesSilas Riley, 1868 - 1905
MyHeritage Family TreesSilas W. Riley, 1868 - 1905
MyHeritage Family TreesSilas Richard Riley, 1865 - 1939
MyHeritage Family TreesSilas Lucian Riley, 1913 - 1977
MyHeritage Family TreesSilas D Riley, Circa 1924 - 2009
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Silas Jack Riley, Circa 1929 - 1930
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Silas Jack Riley, died 1930
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Silas Riley, Circa 1890 - 1920
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Silas Riley, Circa 1807 - 1891
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Silas W. Riley, Circa 1867 - 1905
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Silas Riley, 1898 - 1940
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Silas Riley in Chariton courier. - Mar 6 1903
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Silas Riley in The Catholic Press - Oct 26 2001
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Silas Kutlileen Campbell Riley in The Telegraph (Brisbane, QLD) - July 19 1921
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Silas Vv Riley in Chariton courier. - Nov 17 1905
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Silas Ray Or Dick Riley, 1881 - 1940
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
Silas F. Riley, Circa 1881 - 1897
Michigan Deaths
Silas Riley, 1896 - 1913
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Silas F. Riley, 1878 - 1929
Michigan Deaths
Silas Riley, 1890 - 1934
Michigan DeathsSilas Ray Riley, 1881 - 1940
BillionGravesSilas D Riley, 1924 - 2009
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Silas Riley, Circa 1890 - 1920
Tennessee, Shelby County Deaths
Silas E Riley, Circa 1900 - 1963
England & Wales, Death Index, 1837-2005
Silas Riley, Circa 1838 - 1905
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Silas Riley, Circa 1893 - 1937
England & Wales, Death Index, 1837-2005Silas Wright Reilly, 1850 - 1910
FamilySearch Family TreeSilas Paul Riley, 1884 - 1945
FamilySearch Family TreeSilas W. Riley, 1868 - 1905
FamilySearch Family TreeSilas Lucian Riley, 1913 - 1977
FamilySearch Family TreeSilas Riley, Circa 1951 - 2011
United States Obituary Index from Online SourcesSilas Daniel Riley, 1924 - 2011
United States Obituary Index from Online SourcesSilas Riley, 1956 - 2021
United States Obituary Index from Online SourcesSilas Riley, 1974 - 2021
United States Obituary Index from Online SourcesSilas Riley, 1864 - 1927
Alabama, Deaths, 1908-1974Silas Riley, 1880 - 1942
Alabama, Deaths, 1908-1974Silas Riley, born Circa 1900
1911 England & Wales CensusSilas Riley, born Circa 1900
1911 England & Wales Census
Silas Riley, born Circa 1882
West Virginia Births, 1853-1921
Silas Riley, born 1927
United States, World War II Draft Registrations, 1940-1947
Silas James Riley, born 1920
United States, World War II Draft Registrations, 1940-1947
Silas Nova Riley, born 1888
United States, World War II Draft Registrations, 1940-1947
Silas Paul Riley, born 1911
United States, World War II Draft Registrations, 1940-1947
Silas Riley, born Circa 1827
1881 England & Wales CensusEnter a few names and MyHeritage will build your family tree and deliver new insights about Silas Riley
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- Arabic: سيلس رايلي (Sīlas Rāylī)
- Japanese: サイラス・ライリー (Sairasu Rairī)
- Russian: Силас Райли (Silas Rayli)


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- United Kingdom 27%
The first name Silas has its origins in the Latin name "Silvanus," which is derived from the Latin word "silva," meaning "forest" or "wood." This name first appeared in the early Christian era, particularly in the New Testament, where Silas is mentioned as a companion of the Apostle Paul, indicating its early roots in the Mediterranean region, especially in areas that are now part of modern-day Israel and surrounding countries. The meaning of Silas is often associated with qualities of strength and resilience, reflecting the natural world, as well as the steadfastness of those who bore the name in early Christian communities. Variations of the name can be found across different cultures, including "Silvano" in Italian and Spanish, "Sila" in some Slavic languages, and "Sile" in Irish contexts. The name has maintained a relatively consistent pronunciation across these variations, though spelling may differ. Silas remains a popular name in various cultures today, often chosen for its historical significance and strong, nature-related connotations.
The last name Riley has its origins in both Irish and English cultures, with the Irish variant deriving from the Gaelic surname "Ó Raghallaigh," meaning "descendant of Raghallach," which is believed to mean "valiant" or "courageous." This surname is primarily associated with the province of Ulster in Ireland, where it has historical roots dating back to the medieval period. In England, the name may also stem from a place name, such as Riley in Lancashire, which is derived from Old English elements meaning "rye clearing." The name Riley has been linked to various occupations, particularly in the context of land ownership and agriculture, reflecting the characteristics of those who initially bore it. Variations of the surname include O'Reilly, Ryley, and Reilly, with differences in spelling and pronunciation influenced by regional dialects and linguistic evolution across countries. The name has maintained its popularity and is widely recognized in English-speaking countries today.
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