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Opyr Family History

Opyr 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: Over, Omar, Ober, Oder, Orr, Pye, Koper, Ory, Topor, Cyr

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Where is the Opyr family from?

You can see how Opyr families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Opyr family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Opyr families living in New York. This was 100% of all the recorded Opyr's in USA. New York had the highest population of Opyr families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 63 census records available for the last name Opyr. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Opyr 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 142 immigration records available for the last name Opyr. 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 19 military records available for the last name Opyr. For the veterans among your Opyr ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Opyr lifespan?

Between 1966 and 2004, in the United States, Opyr life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1994, and highest in 1983. The average life expectancy for Opyr in 1966 was 81, and 69 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Opyr 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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