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Hrabovsky Family History

Hrabovsky Surname Meaning

Czech and Slovak (Hrabovský): habitational name for someone from any of the places in Moravia and Slovakia called Hrabová.

Hrabovec is another locality that contributes to this surname, reflecting the geographical origin of its bearers.

Additionally, Hrabovka is also included, showcasing the various forms of the name associated with the region.

This name signifies a connection to the land and heritage of individuals hailing from these specific locations.

Overall, the surname Hrabovský embodies a rich cultural and historical significance linked to Moravia and Slovakia.

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


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Where is the Hrabovsky family from?

You can see how Hrabovsky families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Hrabovsky family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 9 Hrabovsky families living in Pennsylvania. This was about 25% of all the recorded Hrabovsky's in USA. Pennsylvania had the highest population of Hrabovsky families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Hrabovsky surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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What did your Hrabovsky ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer and Housemaid were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Hrabovsky. 58% of Hrabovsky men worked as a Laborer and 60% of Hrabovsky women worked as a Housemaid. Some less common occupations for Americans named Hrabovsky were Farmer and Stenographer.

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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.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    58%
  • Fireman
    15%
  • New Worker
    15%
  • Farmer
    15%

Top Female Occupations In 1940

  • Housemaid
    60%
  • Stenographer
    40%

What Hrabovsky family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 552 census records available for the last name Hrabovsky. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Hrabovsky 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 233 immigration records available for the last name Hrabovsky. 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 306 military records available for the last name Hrabovsky. For the veterans among your Hrabovsky ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Hrabovsky lifespan?

Between 1955 and 2004, in the United States, Hrabovsky life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1967, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Hrabovsky in 1955 was 58, and 83 in 2004.

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