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Lihaven Family History

Lihaven 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: Laven, Haven, Hagen, Leven, Haren, Linares, Chaves, Raven, Haver

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Census Records

There are 30 census records available for the last name Lihaven. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Lihaven 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 9 immigration records available for the last name Lihaven. 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 8 military records available for the last name Lihaven. For the veterans among your Lihaven ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Lihaven lifespan?

Between 1981 and 1983, in the United States, Lihaven life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1981, and highest in 1983. The average life expectancy for Lihaven in 1981 was 79, and 92 in 1983.

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