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Bev Family History

Bev 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: Ben, Bel, Bey, Bee, Beg, Beu, Lev, Bek, Ber, Bem

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Census Records

There are 212 census records available for the last name Bev. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Bev 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 40 immigration records available for the last name Bev. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the UK, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 11 military records available for the last name Bev. For the veterans among your Bev ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Bev lifespan?

Between 1971 and 1985, in the United States, Bev life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1971, and highest in 1984. The average life expectancy for Bev in 1971 was 48, and 49 in 1985.

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