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Gouvis Family History

Gouvis 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: Goupil, Louis, Gouveia, Kouris, Gouin, Gruis, Moulis, Goulas, Galvis

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Where is the Gouvis family from?

You can see how Gouvis families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Gouvis family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Gouvis family living in New York. This was about 50% of all the recorded Gouvis's in USA. New York and 1 other state had the highest population of Gouvis families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 36 census records available for the last name Gouvis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Gouvis 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 18 immigration records available for the last name Gouvis. 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 12 military records available for the last name Gouvis. For the veterans among your Gouvis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Gouvis lifespan?

Between 1985 and 2002, in the United States, Gouvis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1992, and highest in 2002. The average life expectancy for Gouvis in 1985 was 74, and 75 in 2002.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Gouvis 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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