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Paysner Family History

Paysner 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: Kasner, Peyser, Poyner, Rayner, Paster, Payer, Basner, Gassner

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Census Records

There are 13 census records available for the last name Paysner. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Paysner 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 10 immigration records available for the last name Paysner. 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 4 military records available for the last name Paysner. For the veterans among your Paysner ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Paysner lifespan?

Between 1971 and 1987, in the United States, Paysner life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1971, and highest in 1987. The average life expectancy for Paysner in 1971 was 72, and 85 in 1987.

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