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Viaux Family History

Viaux 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: Vieux, Vaux, Viau, Via, Vial, Rioux, Viano, Meaux, Reaux, Faux

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Where is the Viaux family from?

You can see how Viaux families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Viaux family name was found in the USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 6 Viaux families living in Michigan. This was about 67% of all the recorded Viaux's in USA. Michigan had the highest population of Viaux families in 1880.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Viaux surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.

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Census Records

There are 221 census records available for the last name Viaux. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Viaux 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 38 immigration records available for the last name Viaux. 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 13 military records available for the last name Viaux. For the veterans among your Viaux ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Viaux lifespan?

Between 1981 and 2002, in the United States, Viaux life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2002, and highest in 1981. The average life expectancy for Viaux in 1981 was 103, and 87 in 2002.

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