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Finlof Family History

Finlof 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: Finley, Fenlon, Fino, Finlan, Filo, Inlow, Finlay, Finton, Dillon

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Where is the Finlof family from?

You can see how Finlof families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Finlof family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Finlof families living in California. This was 100% of all the recorded Finlof's in USA. California had the highest population of Finlof families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 25 census records available for the last name Finlof. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Finlof 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 14 immigration records available for the last name Finlof. 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 2 military records available for the last name Finlof. For the veterans among your Finlof ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Finlof lifespan?

Between 1969 and 1995, in the United States, Finlof life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1995, and highest in 1990. The average life expectancy for Finlof in 1969 was 62, and 52 in 1995.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Finlof 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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