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Figaroa Family History

Figaroa 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: Figaro, Figura, Ficarra, Figueroa, Ficara, Figard, Fiala, Fitzroy

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Where is the Figaroa family from?

You can see how Figaroa families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Figaroa family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Figaroa families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 23 Figaroa families living in California. This was about 85% of all the recorded Figaroa's in USA. California had the highest population of Figaroa families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 275 census records available for the last name Figaroa. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Figaroa 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 68 immigration records available for the last name Figaroa. 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 10 military records available for the last name Figaroa. For the veterans among your Figaroa ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Figaroa lifespan?

Between 1962 and 1999, in the United States, Figaroa life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1977, and highest in 1993. The average life expectancy for Figaroa in 1962 was 74, and 74 in 1999.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Figaroa 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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