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Prearis Family History

Prearis 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: Paris, Preis, Perris, Peris, Prentis, Preas, Reavis, Pharis, Pears

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Census Records

There are 3 census records available for the last name Prearis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Prearis 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 20 immigration records available for the last name Prearis. 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 8 military records available for the last name Prearis. For the veterans among your Prearis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Prearis lifespan?

Between 1963 and 1985, in the United States, Prearis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1963, and highest in 1972. The average life expectancy for Prearis in 1963 was 71, and 72 in 1985.

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