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Khau Family History

Khau 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: Khan, Kau, Hau, Chau, Thau, Khuu, Kha, Han, Ku, Chu

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Census Records

There are 20 census records available for the last name Khau. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Khau 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 72 immigration records available for the last name Khau. 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 6 military records available for the last name Khau. For the veterans among your Khau ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Khau lifespan?

Between 1984 and 2003, in the United States, Khau life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1991, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Khau in 1984 was 74, and 94 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Khau 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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