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Gafanha Family History

Gafanha 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: Gahan, Anania, Galant, Gaffney, Gamache, Arana, Malanga, Lamanna

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Census Records

There are 1 census records available for the last name Gafanha. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Gafanha 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 642 immigration records available for the last name Gafanha. 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 Gafanha. For the veterans among your Gafanha ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Gafanha lifespan?

Between 2001 and 2004, in the United States, Gafanha life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2004, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Gafanha in 2001 was 81, and 75 in 2004.

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