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Algeo Family History

Algeo Name Meaning

Scottish: probably a nickname originally spelled Al(d)jo from an expression of affection consisting of Scots auld ‘old’ + joy jo ‘joy sweetheart darling’ (Old French joi Older Scots joi jo which can also signify ‘good fortune’ and ‘mirth music laughter’). Alternatively it may be from the phrase ‘all joy all good fortune’ used as a farewell on parting. Italian (Veneto): probably from the personal name Algeo a variant of Alceo from Latin Alcaeus Greek Alkaios derived from alkē ‘strength’.

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

Similar surnames: Alger, Allen, Alder, Alley, Angel, Leo, Alo, Ale, Auger, Anger

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Where is the Algeo family from?

You can see how Algeo families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Algeo family name was found in the USA, the UK, Canada, and Scotland between 1840 and 1920. The most Algeo families were found in USA in 1880. In 1911 there were 8 Algeo families living in Saskatchewan. This was about 67% of all the recorded Algeo's in Canada. Saskatchewan had the highest population of Algeo families in 1911.

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What did your Algeo ancestors do for a living?

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

Farmer
28%
Laborer
12%
Salesman
10%
Truck Driver
10%

Top Female Occupations In 1940

Teacher
39%
Stenographer
31%
Shoe Worker
16%
Nurse
16%

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Census Records
There are 4,000 census records available for the last name Algeo. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Algeo 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 508 immigration records available for the last name Algeo. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in Canada, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.
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Draft Cards
There are 786 military records available for the last name Algeo. For the veterans among your Algeo ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.
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Census Records

There are 4,000 census records available for the last name Algeo. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Algeo 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 508 immigration records available for the last name Algeo. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in Canada, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 786 military records available for the last name Algeo. For the veterans among your Algeo ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Algeo lifespan?

Between 1940 and 2004, in the United States, Algeo life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1961, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Algeo in 1940 was 62, and 78 in 2004.

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