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Doiy Family History

Doiy 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: Doi, Doby, Dory, Doig, Doty, Dore, Day, Don, Loy, Moy

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Where is the Doiy family from?

You can see how Doiy families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Doiy family name was found in Canada, and Scotland between 1881 and 1911. The most Doiy families were found in Scotland in 1881. In 1881 there were 8 Doiy families living in Renfrewshire. This was about 89% of all the recorded Doiy's in Scotland. Renfrewshire had the highest population of Doiy families in 1881.
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Census Records

There are 47 census records available for the last name Doiy. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Doiy 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 2 immigration records available for the last name Doiy. 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 5 military records available for the last name Doiy. For the veterans among your Doiy ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Doiy lifespan?

Between 1966 and 1982, in the United States, Doiy life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1982, and highest in 1966. The average life expectancy for Doiy in 1966 was 81, and 73 in 1982.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Doiy 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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