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Pappain Family History

Pappain 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: Pappan, Captain, Papin, Pappa, Pamplin, Pippin, Lappin, Tappin

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Census Records

There are 17 census records available for the last name Pappain. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Pappain 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 18 immigration records available for the last name Pappain. 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 2 military records available for the last name Pappain. For the veterans among your Pappain ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Pappain lifespan?

Between 1977 and 1983, in the United States, Pappain life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1977, and highest in 1983. The average life expectancy for Pappain in 1977 was 64, and 79 in 1983.

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