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Silva Cruz Family History

Silva Cruz 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: Santa Cruz, Da Cruz, De La Cruz, Silver, Salvador, Silverio

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There are 1,000 census records available for the last name Silva Cruz. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Silva Cruz 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 107 immigration records available for the last name Silva Cruz. 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 24 military records available for the last name Silva Cruz. For the veterans among your Silva Cruz ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Silva Cruz lifespan?

Between 1965 and 1992, in the United States, Silva Cruz life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1965, and highest in 1992. The average life expectancy for Silva Cruz in 1965 was 68, and 93 in 1992.

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