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Shyr Family History

Shyr 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: Shor, Shy, Sher, Shur, Shyu, Sayer, Shi, Shan, Say, Thor

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Census Records

There are 18 census records available for the last name Shyr. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Shyr 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 35 immigration records available for the last name Shyr. 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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There are 1,000 military records available for the last name Shyr. For the veterans among your Shyr ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Shyr lifespan?

Between 1998 and 2001, in the United States, Shyr life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2001, and highest in 1998. The average life expectancy for Shyr in 1998 was 61, and 49 in 2001.

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