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Pursian Family History

Pursian 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: Kurian, Persin, Russian, Ursin, Gurian, Burian, Purdin, Urian, Durian

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Where is the Pursian family from?

You can see how Pursian families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Pursian family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Pursian families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 3 Pursian families living in Illinois. This was 100% of all the recorded Pursian's in USA. Illinois had the highest population of Pursian families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 138 census records available for the last name Pursian. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Pursian 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 4 immigration records available for the last name Pursian. 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 32 military records available for the last name Pursian. For the veterans among your Pursian ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Pursian lifespan?

Between 1963 and 1988, in the United States, Pursian life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1963, and highest in 1969. The average life expectancy for Pursian in 1963 was 72, and 80 in 1988.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Pursian 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.

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