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Burfisher Family History

Burfisher 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: Fisher, Risher, Burrier, Brasher, Bradsher, Burmeister, Brisker

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Census Records

There are 5 census records available for the last name Burfisher. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Burfisher 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 1 immigration records available for the last name Burfisher. 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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There are 2 military records available for the last name Burfisher. For the veterans among your Burfisher ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Burfisher lifespan?

Between 1993 and 2000, in the United States, Burfisher life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1993, and highest in 2000. The average life expectancy for Burfisher in 1993 was 67, and 95 in 2000.

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