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Golovin Family History

Golovin Surname Meaning

Russian: nickname from golova ‘head’ formed with the possessive suffix -in.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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You can see how Golovin families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Golovin family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Golovin families living in New York. This was about 67% of all the recorded Golovin's in USA. New York had the highest population of Golovin families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 86 census records available for the last name Golovin. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Golovin 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 148 immigration records available for the last name Golovin. 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 26 military records available for the last name Golovin. For the veterans among your Golovin ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Golovin lifespan?

Between 1963 and 2001, in the United States, Golovin life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1987, and highest in 1983. The average life expectancy for Golovin in 1963 was 73, and 83 in 2001.

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