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Perho Family History

Perho 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: Pero, Perko, Perro, Perno, Pech, Mero, Percy, Cerro, Gero, Perla

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Census Records

There are 19 census records available for the last name Perho. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Perho 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 22 immigration records available for the last name Perho. 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 3 military records available for the last name Perho. For the veterans among your Perho ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Perho lifespan?

Between 1986 and 2002, in the United States, Perho life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2002, and highest in 1986. The average life expectancy for Perho in 1986 was 77, and 46 in 2002.

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