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Nearis Family History

Nearis 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: Nealis, Paris, Norris, Baris, Sears, Neri, Maris, Mearns, Ferris

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Where is the Nearis family from?

You can see how Nearis families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Nearis family name was found in the USA, and Scotland between 1871 and 1920. The most Nearis families were found in Scotland in 1871. In 1871 there were 3 Nearis families living in Renfrewshire. This was 100% of all the recorded Nearis's in Scotland. Renfrewshire had the highest population of Nearis families in 1871.
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Census Records

There are 19 census records available for the last name Nearis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Nearis 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 5 immigration records available for the last name Nearis. 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 8 military records available for the last name Nearis. For the veterans among your Nearis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Nearis lifespan?

Between 1978 and 1994, in the United States, Nearis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1994, and highest in 1978. The average life expectancy for Nearis in 1978 was 89, and 67 in 1994.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Nearis 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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