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Stoich Family History

Stoich Surname Meaning

Americanized form of Serbian and Croatian Stojić or Stoić: patronymic from a short form of a compound name based on the element (imperative) stoj ‘stand stay’.

For example, names like Stojmir illustrate the roots of this naming convention.

The transformation into an Americanized form reflects the cultural adaptations as families emigrated.

Understanding these names contributes to a greater appreciation of the linguistic heritage and identity of these communities.

The significance of such names often lies in their meanings and the histories they carry.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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You can see how Stoich families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Stoich family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Stoich families living in Ohio. This was about 50% of all the recorded Stoich's in USA. Ohio had the highest population of Stoich families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 91 census records available for the last name Stoich. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Stoich 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 32 immigration records available for the last name Stoich. 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 45 military records available for the last name Stoich. For the veterans among your Stoich ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Stoich lifespan?

Between 1967 and 2003, in the United States, Stoich life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2002, and highest in 1973. The average life expectancy for Stoich in 1967 was 79, and 75 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Stoich 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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