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Matevish Family History

Matevish 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: Mctavish, Matovich, Mactavish, Matis, Mates, Petefish, Matkovich

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Census Records

There are 10 census records available for the last name Matevish. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Matevish 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 1 immigration records available for the last name Matevish. 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 19 military records available for the last name Matevish. For the veterans among your Matevish ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Matevish lifespan?

Between 1980 and 1996, in the United States, Matevish life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1985, and highest in 1989. The average life expectancy for Matevish in 1980 was 62, and 75 in 1996.

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