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Chorgan Family History

Chorgan 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: Horgan, Corgan, Organ, Cogan, Morgan, Cherian, Horan, Hogan, Chorba

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Census Records

There are 28 census records available for the last name Chorgan. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Chorgan 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 7 immigration records available for the last name Chorgan. 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 1,000 military records available for the last name Chorgan. For the veterans among your Chorgan ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Chorgan lifespan?

Between 1970 and 1985, in the United States, Chorgan life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1970, and highest in 1985. The average life expectancy for Chorgan in 1970 was 72, and 90 in 1985.

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