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Defenso Family History

Defenso 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: Desens, Devens, Debes, Cedeno, Dees, Demeuse, Delano, Alfonso

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There are 5 census records available for the last name Defenso. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Defenso 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

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What is the average Defenso lifespan?

Between 1983 and 1984, in the United States, Defenso life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1983, and highest in 1984. The average life expectancy for Defenso in 1983 was 74, and 75 in 1984.

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