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Jastrau Family History

Jastrau 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: Lastra, Castro, Jahraus, Basara, Eastham, Mastro, Kastan, Jarreau

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Where is the Jastrau family from?

You can see how Jastrau families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Jastrau family name was found in the USA in 1880. In 1880 there was 1 Jastrau family living in Illinois. This was 100% of all the recorded Jastrau's in USA. Illinois had the highest population of Jastrau families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 55 census records available for the last name Jastrau. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Jastrau 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 19 immigration records available for the last name Jastrau. 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 9 military records available for the last name Jastrau. For the veterans among your Jastrau ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Jastrau lifespan?

Between 1976 and 1990, in the United States, Jastrau life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1976, and highest in 1990. The average life expectancy for Jastrau in 1976 was 80, and 88 in 1990.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Jastrau 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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