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Photias Family History

Photias 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: Thomas, Kotas, Porras, Pontius, Tobias, Pettis, Potash, Matias

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Census Records

There are 6 census records available for the last name Photias. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Photias 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 40 immigration records available for the last name Photias. 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 Photias. For the veterans among your Photias ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Photias lifespan?

Between 1980 and 1999, in the United States, Photias life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1980, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Photias in 1980 was 82, and 89 in 1999.

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