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Harvin Family History

Harvin Surname Meaning

Probably an altered form of Arvin. This surname is found mainly among African Americans.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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Where is the Harvin family from?

You can see how Harvin families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Harvin family name was found in the USA, the UK, Canada, and Scotland between 1840 and 1920. The most Harvin families were found in USA in 1880. In 1891 there were 9 Harvin families living in Norfolk. This was about 18% of all the recorded Harvin's in United Kingdom. Norfolk had the highest population of Harvin families in 1891.
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What did your Harvin ancestors do for a living?

In 1939, Unpaid Domestic Duties was the top reported job for people in the United Kingdom named Harvin. 100% of Harvin women worked as an Unpaid Domestic Duties.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

Top Female Occupations In 1939

  • Unpaid Domestic Duties
    100%

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Census Records

There are 7,000 census records available for the last name Harvin. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Harvin 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 383 immigration records available for the last name Harvin. 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 1,000 military records available for the last name Harvin. For the veterans among your Harvin ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Harvin lifespan?

Between 1943 and 2004, in the United States, Harvin life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1943, and highest in 2004. The average life expectancy for Harvin in 1943 was 19, and 77 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Harvin 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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