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Yavil Family History

Yavil 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: Gavin, David, Basil, Savin, Lavin, Savel, Fail, Civil, Avis, Yagi

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Where is the Yavil family from?

You can see how Yavil families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Yavil family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Yavil family living in Ohio. This was about 50% of all the recorded Yavil's in USA. Ohio and 1 other state had the highest population of Yavil families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 19 census records available for the last name Yavil. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Yavil 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 2 immigration records available for the last name Yavil. 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 2 military records available for the last name Yavil. For the veterans among your Yavil ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Yavil lifespan?

Between 1990 and 1993, in the United States, Yavil life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1990, and highest in 1993. The average life expectancy for Yavil in 1990 was 76, and 79 in 1993.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Yavil 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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