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Johnavitz Family History

Johnavitz 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: Bonavita, Bonawitz, Schnautz, Colavita, Ravitz, Zavitz, Bonewitz

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Census Records

There are 10 census records available for the last name Johnavitz. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Johnavitz 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 1 immigration records available for the last name Johnavitz. 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 Johnavitz. For the veterans among your Johnavitz ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Johnavitz lifespan?

Between 1978 and 1992, in the United States, Johnavitz life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1978, and highest in 1992. The average life expectancy for Johnavitz in 1978 was 65, and 78 in 1992.

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