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Van Harte Family History

Van Harte 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: Van Haren, Van Marter, Van Hyfte, Van Lare, Van Wart, Van Zante

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Census Records

There are 316 census records available for the last name Van Harte. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Van Harte 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 73 immigration records available for the last name Van Harte. 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 137 military records available for the last name Van Harte. For the veterans among your Van Harte ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Van Harte lifespan?

Between 1974 and 1992, in the United States, Van Harte life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1974, and highest in 1992. The average life expectancy for Van Harte in 1974 was 63, and 81 in 1992.

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