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Irysh Family History

Irysh 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: Irish, Brush, Rush, Grosh, Rosh, Rash, Krish, Brash, Drish, Rish

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Census Records

There are 18 census records available for the last name Irysh. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Irysh 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 4 immigration records available for the last name Irysh. 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 25 military records available for the last name Irysh. For the veterans among your Irysh ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Irysh lifespan?

Between 1972 and 2004, in the United States, Irysh life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1987, and highest in 2004. The average life expectancy for Irysh in 1972 was 61, and 79 in 2004.

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