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Schaver Family History

Schaver Surname Meaning

Dutch: occupational name for a carpenter from an agent derivative of schaaf ‘plane’ (see Schaaf).

It reflects the profession and skill associated with woodworking and shaping materials.

The name indicates a connection with craftsmanship, specifically in relation to carpentry and woodworking techniques.

Additionally, it may emphasize the significance of using tools like planes in the trade.

Such occupational names are common in various cultures, denoting the trade or skill of individuals.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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Where is the Schaver family from?

You can see how Schaver families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Schaver family name was found in the USA, Canada, and Scotland between 1851 and 1920. The most Schaver families were found in USA in 1920. In 1851 there were 4 Schaver families living in Stirlingshire. This was 100% of all the recorded Schaver's in Scotland. Stirlingshire had the highest population of Schaver families in 1851.
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What did your Schaver ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer and Housewife were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Schaver. 19% of Schaver men worked as a Laborer and 37% of Schaver women worked as a Housewife. Some less common occupations for Americans named Schaver were Truck Driver and Teacher.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    19%
  • Farmer
    17%
  • Farming
    13%
  • Truck Driver
    9%

Top Female Occupations In 1940

  • Housewife
    37%
  • Waitress
    28%
  • Farming
    19%
  • Teacher
    19%

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Census Records

There are 2,000 census records available for the last name Schaver. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Schaver 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 327 immigration records available for the last name Schaver. 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 249 military records available for the last name Schaver. For the veterans among your Schaver ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Schaver lifespan?

Between 1966 and 2004, in the United States, Schaver life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1969, and highest in 1974. The average life expectancy for Schaver in 1966 was 83, and 93 in 2004.

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