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Desoiza Family History

Desoiza 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: Teshima, Pesola, Messina, D'souza, Espina, Pesina, Soza, Souza

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Census Records

There are 52 census records available for the last name Desoiza. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Desoiza 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 14 immigration records available for the last name Desoiza. 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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There are 28 military records available for the last name Desoiza. For the veterans among your Desoiza ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Desoiza lifespan?

Between 1953 and 2003, in the United States, Desoiza life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1985, and highest in 1970. The average life expectancy for Desoiza in 1953 was 45, and 84 in 2003.

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