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Meaghers Family History

Meaghers 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: Meagher, Weathers, Meager, Meggers, Feathers, Geathers, Magers

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Census Records

There are 129 census records available for the last name Meaghers. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Meaghers 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 15 immigration records available for the last name Meaghers. 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 23 military records available for the last name Meaghers. For the veterans among your Meaghers ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Meaghers lifespan?

Between 1966 and 1999, in the United States, Meaghers life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1984, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Meaghers in 1966 was 79, and 84 in 1999.

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