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Fonas Family History

Fonas 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: Jonas, Fones, Fons, Lonas, Donat, Faas, Minas, Kotas, Foss, Bonar

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Where is the Fonas family from?

You can see how Fonas families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Fonas family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Fonas families living in Ohio. This was about 29% of all the recorded Fonas's in USA. Ohio had the highest population of Fonas families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 146 census records available for the last name Fonas. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Fonas 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 56 immigration records available for the last name Fonas. 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 35 military records available for the last name Fonas. For the veterans among your Fonas ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Fonas lifespan?

Between 1981 and 1999, in the United States, Fonas life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1981, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Fonas in 1981 was 74, and 92 in 1999.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Fonas 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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