Aas Family History

Aas Surname Meaning

Norwegian and Swedish (Ås) is a topographic name derived from the word ås, which means 'ridge'.

In Norway, it also serves as a common habitational name, associated with various farmsteads that are named using this term.

The use of Ås in naming reflects the geographical features of the landscape, particularly ridges that are significant in those regions.

This nomenclature can provide insights into the historical settlement patterns and agricultural practices in Norway and Sweden.

Understanding the significance of names like Ås can offer a richer perspective on Scandinavian culture and heritage.

Similar surnames: Aase, Oas, Kaas, Naas, Sas, Bas, Waas, Laas, Alas, Ras

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3K	Military Records
4K	Immigration Records
3K	Census and Voter Lists
16K	Member Trees

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Where is the Aas family from?

You can see how Aas families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Aas family name was found in the USA, the UK, Canada, and Scotland between 1880 and 1920. The most Aas families were found in USA in 1880. In 1891 there were 6 Aas families living in Gloucestershire. This was about 55% of all the recorded Aas's in United Kingdom. Gloucestershire had the highest population of Aas families in 1891.

Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Aas surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.

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What did your Aas ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Farmer and Housework were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Aas. 43% of Aas men worked as a Farmer and 34% of Aas women worked as a Housework. Some less common occupations for Americans named Aas were Laborer and Seamstress.

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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.

Farmer

43%

Farm laborer

21%

Carpenter

13%

Laborer

Housework

34%

Housewife

23%

Servant

23%

Seamstress

23%

What Aas family records will you find?

Census Record

There are 3K census records available for the last name Aas. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Aas census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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Passenger List

There are 4K immigration records available for the last name Aas. 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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Military Records

There are 3K military records available for the last name Aas. For the veterans among your Aas ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Aas lifespan?

Between 1958 and 2004, in the United States, Aas life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1959, and highest in 2002. The average life expectancy for Aas in 1958 was 55, and 81 in 2004.

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Aas Surname Meaning

Norwegian and Swedish (Ås) is a topographic name derived from the word ås, which means 'ridge'.

In Norway, it also serves as a common habitational name, associated with various farmsteads that are named using this term.

The use of Ås in naming reflects the geographical features of the landscape, particularly ridges that are significant in those regions.

This nomenclature can provide insights into the historical settlement patterns and agricultural practices in Norway and Sweden.

Understanding the significance of names like Ås can offer a richer perspective on Scandinavian culture and heritage.

Where is the Aas family from?

What did your Aas ancestors do for a living?

Data not to scale

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

Farmer

43%

Farm laborer

21%

Carpenter

13%

Laborer

Housework

34%

Housewife

23%

Servant

23%

Seamstress

23%

What Aas family records will you find?

What is the average Aas lifespan?

Between 1958 and 2004, in the United States, Aas life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1959, and highest in 2002. The average life expectancy for Aas in 1958 was 55, and 81 in 2004.

Aas Family History

Aas Surname Meaning

46,000 record(s) for Aas

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What did your Aas ancestors do for a living?

Top Male Occupations In 1940

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What is the average Aas lifespan?

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Aas Surname Meaning

46,000 record(s) for Aas

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Where is the Aas family from?

What did your Aas ancestors do for a living?

Top Male Occupations In 1940

Top Female Occupations In 1940

What Aas family records will you find?

Census Record

Passenger List

Military Records

You've only scratched the surface of Aas family history

What is the average Aas lifespan?

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