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Maeva Family History

Maeva 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: Maeda, Maza, Manna, Marra, Macera, Maria, Cava, Madera, Mara, Leva

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Where is the Maeva family from?

You can see how Maeva families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Maeva family name was found in Scotland in 1871. In 1871 there were 3 Maeva families living in Midlothian. This was 100% of all the recorded Maeva's in Scotland. Midlothian had the highest population of Maeva families in 1871.
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Census Records

There are 70 census records available for the last name Maeva. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Maeva 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 30 immigration records available for the last name Maeva. 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 83 military records available for the last name Maeva. For the veterans among your Maeva ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Maeva lifespan?

Between 1978 and 2000, in the United States, Maeva life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1978, and highest in 2000. The average life expectancy for Maeva in 1978 was 46, and 69 in 2000.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Maeva 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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