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Golihew Family History

Golihew 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: Golliher, Oliver, Golec, Gole, Golder, Goike, Holien, Morphew, Oliger

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Where is the Golihew family from?

You can see how Golihew families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Golihew family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Golihew family living in Virginia. This was 100% of all the recorded Golihew's in USA. Virginia had the highest population of Golihew families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 72 census records available for the last name Golihew. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Golihew 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 Golihew. 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 Golihew. For the veterans among your Golihew ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Golihew lifespan?

Between 1968 and 1991, in the United States, Golihew life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1975, and highest in 1991. The average life expectancy for Golihew in 1968 was 66, and 76 in 1991.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Golihew 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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