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Orphanidis Family History

Orphanidis 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: Arvanitis, Brandis, Orlandi, Francis, Orchard, Paradis, Duplantis

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Census Records

There are 24 census records available for the last name Orphanidis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Orphanidis 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 Orphanidis. 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 16 military records available for the last name Orphanidis. For the veterans among your Orphanidis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Orphanidis lifespan?

Between 1961 and 1975, in the United States, Orphanidis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1975, and highest in 1961. The average life expectancy for Orphanidis in 1961 was 74, and 62 in 1975.

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