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Cefus Family History

Cefus 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: Cyrus, Claus, Reus, Jesus, Rufus, Debus, Remus, Negus, Redus, Deus

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Where is the Cefus family from?

You can see how Cefus families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Cefus family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Cefus families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 2 Cefus families living in Pennsylvania. This was about 20% of all the recorded Cefus's in USA. Pennsylvania had the highest population of Cefus families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 101 census records available for the last name Cefus. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Cefus 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 3 immigration records available for the last name Cefus. 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 3 military records available for the last name Cefus. For the veterans among your Cefus ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Cefus lifespan?

Between 1978 and 2000, in the United States, Cefus life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1978, and highest in 2000. The average life expectancy for Cefus in 1978 was 72, and 82 in 2000.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Cefus 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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