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Gavaris Family History

Gavaris 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: Gabris, Madaris, Garis, Gaviria, Tavares, Garris, Savaria, Galanis

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Where is the Gavaris family from?

You can see how Gavaris families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Gavaris family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Gavaris families living in Illinois. This was about 50% of all the recorded Gavaris's in USA. Illinois and 1 other state had the highest population of Gavaris families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 133 census records available for the last name Gavaris. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Gavaris 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 180 immigration records available for the last name Gavaris. 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 46 military records available for the last name Gavaris. For the veterans among your Gavaris ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Gavaris lifespan?

Between 1962 and 2002, in the United States, Gavaris life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1993, and highest in 2000. The average life expectancy for Gavaris in 1962 was 75, and 84 in 2002.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Gavaris 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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