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Dooriss Family History

Dooriss 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: Doris, Dorries, Dorris, Morriss, Boris, Morris, Dobrin, Norris

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Census Records

There are 22 census records available for the last name Dooriss. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Dooriss 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 Dooriss. 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 3 military records available for the last name Dooriss. For the veterans among your Dooriss ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Dooriss lifespan?

Between 1973 and 2001, in the United States, Dooriss life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1995, and highest in 1983. The average life expectancy for Dooriss in 1973 was 83, and 76 in 2001.

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