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Hofsoos Family History

Hofsoos 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: Holston, Houston, Hogston, Hofstad, Hopwood, Hoos, Horwood, Hondros

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Census Records

There are 37 census records available for the last name Hofsoos. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Hofsoos 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 Hofsoos. 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 8 military records available for the last name Hofsoos. For the veterans among your Hofsoos ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Hofsoos lifespan?

Between 1974 and 1999, in the United States, Hofsoos life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1999, and highest in 1991. The average life expectancy for Hofsoos in 1974 was 77, and 71 in 1999.

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