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Raviv Family History

Raviv 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: Ravi, Ravin, Gavin, David, Raven, Savin, Lavin, Rais, Radi, Avis

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Census Records

There are 6 census records available for the last name Raviv. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Raviv 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 35 immigration records available for the last name Raviv. 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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There are 1,000 military records available for the last name Raviv. For the veterans among your Raviv ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Raviv lifespan?

Between 1979 and 2000, in the United States, Raviv life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1979, and highest in 1996. The average life expectancy for Raviv in 1979 was 32, and 42 in 2000.

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