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Defoyd Family History

Defoyd 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: Deford, Debord, Deloy, Duford, Devoy, Deroy, Defoe, Dejoy, Depoy

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There are 44 census records available for the last name Defoyd. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Defoyd 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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There are 19 military records available for the last name Defoyd. For the veterans among your Defoyd ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Defoyd lifespan?

Between 1984 and 2004, in the United States, Defoyd life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1984, and highest in 1996. The average life expectancy for Defoyd in 1984 was 63, and 85 in 2004.

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