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Haverstock Family History

Haverstock Surname Meaning

Probably an Americanized form of German Haberstock, a topographic name from Middle High German haber ‘oats’ + stock ‘field’.

This term is an old designation, especially prevalent in Württemberg.

The combination of these words suggests a geographical connection to agriculture, specifically related to oat fields.

As languages evolve and cultures merge, names like Haberstock undergo changes, leading to various interpretations.

Understanding the etymology of such names can offer insights into historical land use and settlement patterns.

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


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You can see how Haverstock families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Haverstock family name was found in the USA, the UK, and Canada between 1840 and 1920. The most Haverstock families were found in USA in 1920. In 1891 there was 1 Haverstock family living in Berkshire. This was 100% of all the recorded Haverstock's in United Kingdom. Berkshire had the highest population of Haverstock families in 1891.
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What did your Haverstock ancestors do for a living?

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

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Top Female Occupations In 1939

  • Unpaid Domestic Duties
    100%

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There are 4,000 census records available for the last name Haverstock. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Haverstock 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 413 immigration records available for the last name Haverstock. 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 979 military records available for the last name Haverstock. For the veterans among your Haverstock ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Haverstock lifespan?

Between 1959 and 2004, in the United States, Haverstock life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1959, and highest in 1994. The average life expectancy for Haverstock in 1959 was 52, and 81 in 2004.

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