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Bosvay Family History

Bosvay 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: Bosak, Bosley, Bovey, Boulay, Morvay, Bosma, Bova, Bosman, Bowhay

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Census Records

There are 9 census records available for the last name Bosvay. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Bosvay 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 642 immigration records available for the last name Bosvay. 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 2 military records available for the last name Bosvay. For the veterans among your Bosvay ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Bosvay lifespan?

Between 1979 and 1995, in the United States, Bosvay life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1979, and highest in 1995. The average life expectancy for Bosvay in 1979 was 64, and 84 in 1995.

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