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Smau Family History

Smau 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: Mau, Skau, Smay, May, Ma, Shan, Saul, Omar, Mao, Man

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Census Records

There are 112 census records available for the last name Smau. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Smau 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 17 immigration records available for the last name Smau. 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 Smau. For the veterans among your Smau ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Smau lifespan?

Between 1987 and 2003, in the United States, Smau life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1987, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Smau in 1987 was 66, and 79 in 2003.

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