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Jovings Family History

Jovings 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: Lovings, Levings, Hoving, Loving, Javins, Goings, Lovins, Livings

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There are 19 census records available for the last name Jovings. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Jovings 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

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There are 2 military records available for the last name Jovings. For the veterans among your Jovings ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Jovings lifespan?

Between 1951 and 2000, in the United States, Jovings life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1951, and highest in 2000. The average life expectancy for Jovings in 1951 was 51, and 93 in 2000.

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