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Chaftan Family History

Chaftan 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: Chauhan, Charton, Chastain, Chattin, Chapman, Chatman, Chaffin

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Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Chaftan 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 7 census records available for the last name Chaftan. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Chaftan 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 12 immigration records available for the last name Chaftan. 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 1 military records available for the last name Chaftan. For the veterans among your Chaftan ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Chaftan lifespan?

Between 1986 and 1988, in the United States, Chaftan life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1986, and highest in 1988. The average life expectancy for Chaftan in 1986 was 93, and 93 in 1988.

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