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Wojda Family History

Wojda Surname Meaning

Polish:: variant of Wajda. Compare Woida.

It originates from a derivative of any of various personal names beginning with Woj-, for example Wojciech.

These names have their roots in Slavic etymology, often linked to concepts of warfare or being a warrior.

Such names are common in Polish, Czech, and Slovak languages, showcasing the cultural connections within these regions.

This linguistic trait highlights the importance of personal names in understanding heritage and identity in Slavic cultures.

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


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Where is the Wojda family from?

You can see how Wojda families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Wojda family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 7 Wojda families living in Illinois. This was about 27% of all the recorded Wojda's in USA. Illinois and 1 other state had the highest population of Wojda families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Wojda surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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What did your Wojda ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer and New Worker were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Wojda. 45% of Wojda men worked as a Laborer and 100% of Wojda women worked as a New Worker.

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

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    45%
  • Clerk
    34%
  • Proprietor
    23%

Top Female Occupations In 1940

  • New Worker
    100%

What Wojda family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 723 census records available for the last name Wojda. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Wojda 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 380 immigration records available for the last name Wojda. 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 149 military records available for the last name Wojda. For the veterans among your Wojda ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Wojda lifespan?

Between 1949 and 2004, in the United States, Wojda life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1949, and highest in 1983. The average life expectancy for Wojda in 1949 was 34, and 83 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Wojda 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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