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Jossan Family History

Jossan 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: Osman, Jordan, Joslin, Kosman, Rosman, Mossman, Hassan, Posson

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Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Jossan 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 17 census records available for the last name Jossan. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Jossan 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 21 immigration records available for the last name Jossan. 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 Jossan. For the veterans among your Jossan ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Jossan lifespan?

Between 1990 and 1999, in the United States, Jossan life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1994, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Jossan in 1990 was 55, and 59 in 1999.

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