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Chohan Family History

Chohan Surname Meaning

Indian (northern states): variant of Chauhan.

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


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You can see how Chohan families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Chohan family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1911 and 1920. The most Chohan families were found in USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Chohan family living in Illinois. This was about 25% of all the recorded Chohan's in USA. Illinois and 3 other states had the highest population of Chohan families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 215 census records available for the last name Chohan. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Chohan 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 68 immigration records available for the last name Chohan. 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 23 military records available for the last name Chohan. For the veterans among your Chohan ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Chohan lifespan?

Between 1974 and 2004, in the United States, Chohan life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1985, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Chohan in 1974 was 46, and 75 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Chohan 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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