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Rochay Family History

Rochay 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: Rocha, Rochat, Roch, Kochan, Roche, Richey, Arocha, Rodway, Rochman

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Where is the Rochay family from?

You can see how Rochay families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Rochay family name was found in Canada, and Scotland between 1841 and 1911. The most Rochay families were found in Canada in 1911. In 1911 there were 3 Rochay families living in Quebec. This was 100% of all the recorded Rochay's in Canada. Quebec had the highest population of Rochay families in 1911.
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Census Records

There are 19 census records available for the last name Rochay. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Rochay 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 10 immigration records available for the last name Rochay. 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 3 military records available for the last name Rochay. For the veterans among your Rochay ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Rochay lifespan?

Between 1979 and 1989, in the United States, Rochay life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1979, and highest in 1989. The average life expectancy for Rochay in 1979 was 66, and 69 in 1989.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Rochay 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.

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