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Sawosta Family History

Sawosta 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: Savasta, Ragosta, Agosta, Starosta, Sahota, Acosta, Radosta, Kalista

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Census Records

There are 8 census records available for the last name Sawosta. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Sawosta 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 24 immigration records available for the last name Sawosta. 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 1 military records available for the last name Sawosta. For the veterans among your Sawosta ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Sawosta lifespan?

Between 1970 and 1971, in the United States, Sawosta life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1971, and highest in 1970. The average life expectancy for Sawosta in 1970 was 95, and 84 in 1971.

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