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Deweever Family History

Deweever 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: Demeter, Weaver, Deneve, De Heer, Deaver, Cheever, Denver, De Beer

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Census Records

There are 56 census records available for the last name Deweever. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Deweever 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 20 immigration records available for the last name Deweever. 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 36 military records available for the last name Deweever. For the veterans among your Deweever ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Deweever lifespan?

Between 1963 and 2004, in the United States, Deweever life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1965, and highest in 2000. The average life expectancy for Deweever in 1963 was 81, and 78 in 2004.

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