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Papison Family History

Papison 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: Papson, Parson, Faison, Maison, Papin, Raison, Paulson, Pasion

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Where is the Papison family from?

You can see how Papison families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Papison family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Papison families living in Mississippi. This was about 67% of all the recorded Papison's in USA. Mississippi had the highest population of Papison families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Papison surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 32 census records available for the last name Papison. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Papison 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 Papison. 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 12 military records available for the last name Papison. For the veterans among your Papison ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Papison lifespan?

Between 1984 and 1991, in the United States, Papison life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1984, and highest in 1991. The average life expectancy for Papison in 1984 was 63, and 72 in 1991.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Papison 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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