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Parashar Family History

Parashar 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: Prashad, Prasad, Parmar, Pradhan, Brasher, Marshak, Parshall

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Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Parashar 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 3 census records available for the last name Parashar. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Parashar 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 41 immigration records available for the last name Parashar. 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 34 military records available for the last name Parashar. For the veterans among your Parashar ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Parashar lifespan?

Between 1990 and 1996, in the United States, Parashar life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1990, and highest in 1996. The average life expectancy for Parashar in 1990 was 63, and 80 in 1996.

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