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Ivanov Family History

Ivanov Surname Meaning

Russian, Belorussian, Bulgarian, Macedonian, Serbian, Croatian, and Slovak (eastern Slovakia) names commonly derive from personal names, with a notable example being the patronymic originating from the name Ivan.

This connection illustrates how personal names can evolve into family names based on the lineage associated with them.

For instance, the name Ivanoff serves as a comparative example, demonstrating the suffix typically used to denote descent.

Such naming conventions reflect cultural practices in these regions, where family names signify connection to one's ancestors.

Overall, this highlights the significance of the name Ivan across various Slavic cultures as a foundational personal name in patronymic naming systems.

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


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You can see how Ivanov families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Ivanov family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Ivanov families living in Michigan. This was about 40% of all the recorded Ivanov's in USA. Michigan had the highest population of Ivanov families in 1920.
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What did your Ivanov ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer was the top reported job for people in the USA named Ivanov. 100% of Ivanov men worked as a Laborer.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    100%

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Census Records

There are 1,000 census records available for the last name Ivanov. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Ivanov 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 1,000 immigration records available for the last name Ivanov. 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 51 military records available for the last name Ivanov. For the veterans among your Ivanov ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Ivanov lifespan?

Between 1964 and 2004, in the United States, Ivanov life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1966, and highest in 1985. The average life expectancy for Ivanov in 1964 was 78, and 73 in 2004.

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