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Poitevient Family History

Poitevient 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: Poitevint, Poteet, Potvin, Poitier, Privett, Steven, Portier, Porten

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Census Records

There are 13 census records available for the last name Poitevient. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Poitevient 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 642 immigration records available for the last name Poitevient. 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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There are 1 military records available for the last name Poitevient. For the veterans among your Poitevient ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Poitevient lifespan?

Between 1952 and 2004, in the United States, Poitevient life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1971, and highest in 2000. The average life expectancy for Poitevient in 1952 was 44, and 51 in 2004.

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