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Noam Family History

Noam 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: Nam, Noah, Noa, Roam, Ham, Ram, Noe, Nohr, Alam, Adam

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Census Records

There are 88 census records available for the last name Noam. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Noam 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 41 immigration records available for the last name Noam. 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 33 military records available for the last name Noam. For the veterans among your Noam ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Noam lifespan?

Between 1992 and 1995, in the United States, Noam life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1995, and highest in 1992. The average life expectancy for Noam in 1992 was 71, and 47 in 1995.

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