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Northfoss Family History

Northfoss 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: Rothfuss, Norcross, Northrop, Northcott, Porteous, North, Norton

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Where is the Northfoss family from?

You can see how Northfoss families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Northfoss family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Northfoss families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 7 Northfoss families living in Minnesota. This was about 70% of all the recorded Northfoss's in USA. Minnesota had the highest population of Northfoss families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 121 census records available for the last name Northfoss. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Northfoss 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 9 immigration records available for the last name Northfoss. 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 5 military records available for the last name Northfoss. For the veterans among your Northfoss ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Northfoss lifespan?

Between 1967 and 1969, in the United States, Northfoss life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1969, and highest in 1967. The average life expectancy for Northfoss in 1967 was 86, and 77 in 1969.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Northfoss 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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