This page needs Javascript enabled in order to work properly. Click here for instructions on how to enable it in your browser.
Surname Header Image
Get access to Naphas family records.Start a 14-Day Free Trial

Naphas Family History

Naphas 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: Nahas, Naas, Navas, Nathan, Papas, Lapham, Kappas, Cephas, Nappa

Search for a relative to learn more about your family history.

Hint: Try searching for a relative alive in 1940.

Where is the Naphas family from?

You can see how Naphas families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Naphas family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Naphas families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 6 Naphas families living in Pennsylvania. This was 100% of all the recorded Naphas's in USA. Pennsylvania had the highest population of Naphas families in 1880.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Naphas surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
Mapbox
© Mapbox © OpenStreetMap Improve this map

What did your Naphas ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Salesman was the top reported job for people in the USA named Naphas. 100% of Naphas men worked as a Salesman.

View Census Data for Naphas | Data not to scale

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

United States shown, Canada data unavailable

Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Salesman
    100%

What Naphas family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 69 census records available for the last name Naphas. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Naphas census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

Search Canadian census records for Naphas

Passenger Lists

There are 3 immigration records available for the last name Naphas. 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.

View all Naphas immigration records

Draft Cards

There are 35 military records available for the last name Naphas. For the veterans among your Naphas ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

View all Naphas military records

You've only scratched the surface of Naphas family history

Discover More

What is the average Naphas lifespan?

Between 1971 and 1991, in the United States, Naphas life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1971, and highest in 1986. The average life expectancy for Naphas in 1971 was 63, and 71 in 1991.

View Social Security Death Index (SSDI) for Naphas

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Naphas 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.

Discover the unique achievements of ancestors in the Naphas family tree

Explore Your Tree
Search for another surname
Enter last name/surname
Start a 14-Day Free Trial