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Chhom Family History

Chhom 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: Chon, Cho, Croom, Chao, Choe, Cham, Cahow, Chow, Chim, Choma

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Census Records

There are 4 census records available for the last name Chhom. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Chhom 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 13 immigration records available for the last name Chhom. 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 Chhom. For the veterans among your Chhom ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Chhom lifespan?

Between 1994 and 2004, in the United States, Chhom life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1994, and highest in 2002. The average life expectancy for Chhom in 1994 was 61, and 61 in 2004.

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