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Popova Family History

Popova Surname Meaning

Russian Bulgarian and Macedonian: feminine form (denoting ‘the daughter or wife of’) of Popov.

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


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What did your Popova ancestors do for a living?

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

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Cook
    100%

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Census Records

There are 50 census records available for the last name Popova. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Popova 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 180 immigration records available for the last name Popova. 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 1,000 military records available for the last name Popova. For the veterans among your Popova ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Popova lifespan?

Between 1964 and 2004, in the United States, Popova life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2001, and highest in 1965. The average life expectancy for Popova in 1964 was 79, and 60 in 2004.

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