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Doviat Family History

Doviat 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: Donat, Domian, Davia, Dorian, Oviatt, Dobias, Daviau, Devitt, Lovitt

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Census Records

There are 12 census records available for the last name Doviat. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Doviat 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 16 immigration records available for the last name Doviat. 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 39 military records available for the last name Doviat. For the veterans among your Doviat ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Doviat lifespan?

Between 1966 and 2001, in the United States, Doviat life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1966, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Doviat in 1966 was 39, and 78 in 2001.

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