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Shofman Family History

Shofman 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: Showman, Hofman, Shifman, Sloman, Sherman, Homan, Snowman, Holman

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Census Records

There are 52 census records available for the last name Shofman. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Shofman 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 14 immigration records available for the last name Shofman. 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 3 military records available for the last name Shofman. For the veterans among your Shofman ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Shofman lifespan?

Between 1988 and 2004, in the United States, Shofman life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1996, and highest in 2004. The average life expectancy for Shofman in 1988 was 81, and 81 in 2004.

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