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Favereaux Family History

Favereaux 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: Devereaux, Favreau, Devereux, Deveraux, Faucheaux, Lamoreaux

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Census Records

There are 12 census records available for the last name Favereaux. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Favereaux 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 4 immigration records available for the last name Favereaux. 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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There are 31 military records available for the last name Favereaux. For the veterans among your Favereaux ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Favereaux lifespan?

Between 1980 and 1998, in the United States, Favereaux life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1980, and highest in 1989. The average life expectancy for Favereaux in 1980 was 55, and 84 in 1998.

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