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Machas Family History

Machas 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: Machak, Macha, Macias, Machan, Machac, Sachs, Mach, Macho, Maras

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Where is the Machas family from?

You can see how Machas families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Machas family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Machas families living in New York. This was about 67% of all the recorded Machas's in USA. New York had the highest population of Machas families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Machas 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 125 census records available for the last name Machas. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Machas 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 Machas. 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 9 military records available for the last name Machas. For the veterans among your Machas ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Machas lifespan?

Between 1947 and 1997, in the United States, Machas life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1947, and highest in 1971. The average life expectancy for Machas in 1947 was 44, and 61 in 1997.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Machas 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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