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Jouas Family History

Jouas 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: Jonas, Kotas, Ours, Bouras, Louis, Jones, Rodas, Kopas, Rosas, Copas

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Where is the Jouas family from?

You can see how Jouas families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Jouas family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Jouas family living in North Dakota. This was 100% of all the recorded Jouas's in USA. North Dakota had the highest population of Jouas families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 29 census records available for the last name Jouas. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Jouas 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 43 immigration records available for the last name Jouas. 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 15 military records available for the last name Jouas. For the veterans among your Jouas ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Jouas lifespan?

Between 1961 and 1996, in the United States, Jouas life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1996, and highest in 1990. The average life expectancy for Jouas in 1961 was 53, and 42 in 1996.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Jouas 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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