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Bevister Family History

Bevister 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: Bester, Meister, Beisner, Beiser, Beisler, Register, Leister, Bevier

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Where is the Bevister family from?

You can see how Bevister families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Bevister family name was found in the UK in 1891. In 1891 there were 8 Bevister families living in Monmouthshire. This was about 80% of all the recorded Bevister's in United Kingdom. Monmouthshire had the highest population of Bevister families in 1891.
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Census Records

There are 57 census records available for the last name Bevister. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Bevister 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 21 immigration records available for the last name Bevister. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the UK, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 15 military records available for the last name Bevister. For the veterans among your Bevister ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Bevister lifespan?

Between 1948 and 1969, in the United States, Bevister life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1948, and highest in 1969. The average life expectancy for Bevister in 1948 was 45, and 66 in 1969.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Bevister 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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