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Jofen Family History

Jofen 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: John, Nolen, Jobe, Boden, Offen, Oren, Bogen, Toren, Dolen, Osen

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Census Records

There are 9 census records available for the last name Jofen. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Jofen 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 23 immigration records available for the last name Jofen. 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 1 military records available for the last name Jofen. For the veterans among your Jofen ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Jofen lifespan?

Between 1984 and 2003, in the United States, Jofen life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1992, and highest in 1984. The average life expectancy for Jofen in 1984 was 94, and 87 in 2003.

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