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Hofsiss Family History

Hofsiss 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: Hofius, Kocsis, Hopkins, Hofstad, Heiss, Holness, Hosier, Hoskins

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Where is the Hofsiss family from?

You can see how Hofsiss families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Hofsiss family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 3 Hofsiss families living in New York. This was about 60% of all the recorded Hofsiss's in USA. New York had the highest population of Hofsiss families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 121 census records available for the last name Hofsiss. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Hofsiss 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 4 immigration records available for the last name Hofsiss. 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 38 military records available for the last name Hofsiss. For the veterans among your Hofsiss ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Hofsiss lifespan?

Between 1963 and 1998, in the United States, Hofsiss life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1991, and highest in 1992. The average life expectancy for Hofsiss in 1963 was 73, and 86 in 1998.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Hofsiss 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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