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Gavek Family History

Gavek 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: Pavek, Gavel, Gaver, Gacek, Gale, Gavin, Gabel, Gates, Cave, Grave

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Where is the Gavek family from?

You can see how Gavek families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Gavek family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Gavek families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 7 Gavek families living in Texas. This was 100% of all the recorded Gavek's in USA. Texas had the highest population of Gavek families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 42 census records available for the last name Gavek. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Gavek 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 Gavek. 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 25 military records available for the last name Gavek. For the veterans among your Gavek ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Gavek lifespan?

Between 1982 and 2001, in the United States, Gavek life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1991, and highest in 1985. The average life expectancy for Gavek in 1982 was 66, and 78 in 2001.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Gavek 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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