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Tofsley Family History

Tofsley 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: Towsley, Tousley, Worsley, Mosley, Townley, Horsley, Bosley, Tinsley

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Where is the Tofsley family from?

You can see how Tofsley families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Tofsley family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Tofsley family living in South Carolina. This was 100% of all the recorded Tofsley's in USA. South Carolina had the highest population of Tofsley families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 35 census records available for the last name Tofsley. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Tofsley 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 2 immigration records available for the last name Tofsley. 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 4 military records available for the last name Tofsley. For the veterans among your Tofsley ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Tofsley lifespan?

Between 1965 and 1986, in the United States, Tofsley life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1986, and highest in 1965. The average life expectancy for Tofsley in 1965 was 81, and 59 in 1986.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Tofsley ancestors lived in harsh conditions. A short lifespan might also indicate health problems that were once prevalent in your family. The SSDI is a searchable database of more than 70 million names. You can find birthdates, death dates, addresses and more.

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