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Gaffud Family History

Gaffud 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: Gafford, Gaff, Gaffey, Gaffke, Gaffin, Galford, Gifford, Goff

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Census Records

There are 1 census records available for the last name Gaffud. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Gaffud 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 14 immigration records available for the last name Gaffud. 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 2 military records available for the last name Gaffud. For the veterans among your Gaffud ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Gaffud lifespan?

Between 1974 and 2001, in the United States, Gaffud life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1992, and highest in 1974. The average life expectancy for Gaffud in 1974 was 87, and 86 in 2001.

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