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Govensky Family History

Govensky 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: Slovensky, Rovinsky, Ovens, Coveney, Coventry, Kovalsky, Gilinsky

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Where is the Govensky family from?

You can see how Govensky families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Govensky family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Govensky family living in Michigan. This was 100% of all the recorded Govensky's in USA. Michigan had the highest population of Govensky families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Govensky surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 23 census records available for the last name Govensky. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Govensky 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 3 immigration records available for the last name Govensky. 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 6 military records available for the last name Govensky. For the veterans among your Govensky ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Govensky lifespan?

Between 1989 and 2002, in the United States, Govensky life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2002, and highest in 1996. The average life expectancy for Govensky in 1989 was 66, and 54 in 2002.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Govensky 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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