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Faw Family History

Faw Surname Meaning

Americanized form of South German Pfau or the variant Pfoh, a nickname for someone thought to resemble a peacock in some way.

It can also refer to a topographic or habitational name.

This usage pertains to a house or tavern distinguished by the sign of a peacock.

The name embodies both personal and geographical significance, linking individuals to their physical surroundings.

Overall, it reflects a rich cultural heritage and connection to nature.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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Where is the Faw family from?

You can see how Faw families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Faw family name was found in the USA, the UK, Canada, and Scotland between 1840 and 1920. The most Faw families were found in USA in 1880. In 1891 there were 13 Faw families living in Northamptonshire. This was about 18% of all the recorded Faw's in United Kingdom. Northamptonshire had the highest population of Faw families in 1891.
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What did your Faw ancestors do for a living?

In 1939, Unpaid Domestic Duties was the top reported job for people in the United Kingdom named Faw. 86% of Faw women worked as an Unpaid Domestic Duties.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

Top Female Occupations In 1939

  • Unpaid Domestic Duties
    86%
  • Unpaid Household Duties
    15%

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Census Records

There are 6,000 census records available for the last name Faw. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Faw 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 526 immigration records available for the last name Faw. 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 1,000 military records available for the last name Faw. For the veterans among your Faw ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Faw lifespan?

Between 1954 and 2004, in the United States, Faw life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1961, and highest in 1954. The average life expectancy for Faw in 1954 was 90, and 87 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Faw 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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