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Hayou Family History

Hayou 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: Mayou, Haydu, Hay, Hayes, You, Hajdu, Hayer, Mayor, Rayon, Ayoub

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Where is the Hayou family from?

You can see how Hayou families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Hayou family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Hayou family living in North Carolina. This was 100% of all the recorded Hayou's in USA. North Carolina had the highest population of Hayou families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Hayou surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 8 census records available for the last name Hayou. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Hayou 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 5 immigration records available for the last name Hayou. 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 Hayou. For the veterans among your Hayou ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Hayou lifespan?

Between 1969 and 1999, in the United States, Hayou life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1974, and highest in 1991. The average life expectancy for Hayou in 1969 was 73, and 70 in 1999.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Hayou 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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