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Gargus Family History

Gargus Surname Meaning

Altered form of Garrigus a surname of French origin (see Garrigues).

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


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Where is the Gargus family from?

You can see how Gargus families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Gargus family name was found in the USA, the UK, and Canada between 1840 and 1920. The most Gargus families were found in USA in 1920. In 1911 there were 17 Gargus families living in Quebec. This was about 61% of all the recorded Gargus's in Canada. Quebec had the highest population of Gargus families in 1911.
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What did your Gargus ancestors do for a living?

In 1921, Farmer was the top reported job for people in the Canada named Gargus. 43% of Gargus men worked as a Farmer.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

Top Male Occupations In 1921

  • Farmer
    43%
  • Tavernier
    29%
  • Journalier
    29%

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Census Records

There are 2,000 census records available for the last name Gargus. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Gargus 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 75 immigration records available for the last name Gargus. 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 414 military records available for the last name Gargus. For the veterans among your Gargus ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Gargus lifespan?

Between 1954 and 2004, in the United States, Gargus life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1955, and highest in 1995. The average life expectancy for Gargus in 1954 was 46, and 84 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Gargus 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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