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Elfus Family History

Elfus 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: Elias, Claus, Melhus, Rufus, Klus, Ellis, Delfs, Elfers, Glaus

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Where is the Elfus family from?

You can see how Elfus families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Elfus family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1880 and 1920. The most Elfus families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 5 Elfus families living in Ohio. This was about 71% of all the recorded Elfus's in USA. Ohio had the highest population of Elfus families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 63 census records available for the last name Elfus. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Elfus 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 25 immigration records available for the last name Elfus. 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 5 military records available for the last name Elfus. For the veterans among your Elfus ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Elfus lifespan?

Between 1970 and 1975, in the United States, Elfus life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1973, and highest in 1970. The average life expectancy for Elfus in 1970 was 80, and 72 in 1975.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Elfus 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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