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Jarvinen Family History

Jarvinen Surname Meaning

Finnish (Järvinen): ornamental name from järvi ‘lake’ (compare Jarvi) + the surname suffix -nen adopted during the national awakening of the late 19th century by Finns without surnames in southern and central Finland.

During this period, many individuals took on new surnames to reflect their cultural heritage and identity.

This practice was particularly prominent among those living in regions that experienced a surge in national consciousness.

As a result, surnames like Järvinen became emblematic of Finnish culture and history.

Compare also Lake for further context on surname origins related to bodies of water.

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


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Where is the Jarvinen family from?

You can see how Jarvinen families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Jarvinen family name was found in the USA, the UK, and Canada between 1891 and 1920. The most Jarvinen families were found in USA in 1920. In 1911 there were 4 Jarvinen families living in British Columbia. This was about 80% of all the recorded Jarvinen's in Canada. British Columbia had the highest population of Jarvinen families in 1911.
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What did your Jarvinen ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer and Maid were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Jarvinen. 37% of Jarvinen men worked as a Laborer and 34% of Jarvinen women worked as a Maid. Some less common occupations for Americans named Jarvinen were Truck Driver and Cook.

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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.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    37%
  • Farmer
    19%
  • Miner
    19%
  • Truck Driver
    13%

Top Female Occupations In 1940

  • Maid
    34%
  • Housekeeper
    23%
  • Teacher
    23%
  • Cook
    23%

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Census Records

There are 1,000 census records available for the last name Jarvinen. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Jarvinen 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 2,000 immigration records available for the last name Jarvinen. 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 239 military records available for the last name Jarvinen. For the veterans among your Jarvinen ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Jarvinen lifespan?

Between 1954 and 2004, in the United States, Jarvinen life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1954, and highest in 1972. The average life expectancy for Jarvinen in 1954 was 42, and 83 in 2004.

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