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Yakshaw Family History

Yakshaw 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: Bagshaw, Ramshaw, Capshaw, Bashaw, Warshaw, Latshaw, Hanshaw, Mashaw

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Census Records

There are 12 census records available for the last name Yakshaw. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Yakshaw 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

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There are 1 military records available for the last name Yakshaw. For the veterans among your Yakshaw ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Yakshaw lifespan?

Between 1972 and 1991, in the United States, Yakshaw life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1972, and highest in 1991. The average life expectancy for Yakshaw in 1972 was 60, and 83 in 1991.

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