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Merkerison Family History

Merkerison 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: Marrison, Bergerson, Meyerson, Eckerson, Herbertson, Morrison

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Where is the Merkerison family from?

You can see how Merkerison families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Merkerison family name was found in the UK in 1891. In 1891 there were 3 Merkerison families living in Lancashire. This was 100% of all the recorded Merkerison's in United Kingdom. Lancashire had the highest population of Merkerison families in 1891.
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Census Records

There are 6 census records available for the last name Merkerison. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Merkerison 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 642 immigration records available for the last name Merkerison. 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 Merkerison. For the veterans among your Merkerison ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Merkerison lifespan?

Between 1965 and 2002, in the United States, Merkerison life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1980, and highest in 2002. The average life expectancy for Merkerison in 1965 was 36, and 84 in 2002.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Merkerison 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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