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Josefus Family History

Josefus 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: Josephs, Moses, Joshua, Joseph, Jesus, Jones, Rosebush, Hoefs, Jose

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Census Records

There are 32 census records available for the last name Josefus. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Josefus 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 26 immigration records available for the last name Josefus. 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 18 military records available for the last name Josefus. For the veterans among your Josefus ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Josefus lifespan?

Between 1997 and 2002, in the United States, Josefus life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1997, and highest in 2002. The average life expectancy for Josefus in 1997 was 86, and 89 in 2002.

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