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Fotias Family History

Fotias 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: Kotas, Frias, Tobias, Matias, Fotos, Foti, Farias, Golias, Attias

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Where is the Fotias family from?

You can see how Fotias families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Fotias family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Fotias families living in Oklahoma. This was about 33% of all the recorded Fotias's in USA. Oklahoma had the highest population of Fotias families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 68 census records available for the last name Fotias. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Fotias 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 Fotias. 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 33 military records available for the last name Fotias. For the veterans among your Fotias ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Fotias lifespan?

Between 1970 and 2003, in the United States, Fotias life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1983, and highest in 1991. The average life expectancy for Fotias in 1970 was 86, and 82 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Fotias 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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