This page needs Javascript enabled in order to work properly. Click here for instructions on how to enable it in your browser.
Surname Header Image
Get access to Pirrin family records.Start a 14-Day Free Trial

Pirrin Family History

Pirrin 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: Perrin, Pirri, Perron, Mirkin, Persin, Irwin, Perlin, Parkin, Firmin

Search for a relative to learn more about your family history.

Hint: Try searching for a relative alive in 1940.

Where is the Pirrin family from?

You can see how Pirrin families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Pirrin family name was found in the USA, and Scotland between 1840 and 1881. The most Pirrin families were found in Scotland in 1881. In 1881 there were 3 Pirrin families living in Renfrewshire. This was about 60% of all the recorded Pirrin's in Scotland. Renfrewshire had the highest population of Pirrin families in 1881.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Pirrin surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
Mapbox
© Mapbox © OpenStreetMap Improve this map

What Pirrin family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 90 census records available for the last name Pirrin. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Pirrin census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

Search UK census records for Pirrin

Passenger Lists

There are 59 immigration records available for the last name Pirrin. 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.

View all Pirrin immigration records

Draft Cards

There are 8 military records available for the last name Pirrin. For the veterans among your Pirrin ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

View all Pirrin military records

You've only scratched the surface of Pirrin family history

Discover More

What is the average Pirrin lifespan?

Average Pirrin life expectancy in 2000 was 69 years. This was lower than the general public life expectancy which was 75.

View Social Security Death Index (SSDI) for Pirrin

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Pirrin ancestors lived in harsh conditions. A short lifespan might also indicate health problems that were once prevalent in your family. The SSDI is a searchable database of more than 70 million names. You can find birthdates, death dates, addresses and more.

Discover the unique achievements of ancestors in the Pirrin family tree

Explore Your Tree
Search for another surname
Enter last name/surname
Start a 14-Day Free Trial