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Devoke Family History

Devoke 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: Devore, Devoe, Devine, Deluke, Denke, Devol, Devon, Devere, Demske

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Where is the Devoke family from?

You can see how Devoke families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Devoke family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Devoke families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 3 Devoke families living in New Jersey. This was about 60% of all the recorded Devoke's in USA. New Jersey had the highest population of Devoke families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 39 census records available for the last name Devoke. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Devoke 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 2 immigration records available for the last name Devoke. 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 7 military records available for the last name Devoke. For the veterans among your Devoke ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Devoke lifespan?

Between 1968 and 1999, in the United States, Devoke life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1995, and highest in 1968. The average life expectancy for Devoke in 1968 was 97, and 84 in 1999.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Devoke ancestors lived in harsh conditions. A short lifespan might also indicate health problems that were once prevalent in your family. The SSDI is a searchable database of more than 70 million names. You can find birthdates, death dates, addresses and more.

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