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Terwee Family History

Terwee 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: Terres, Terek, Ferree, Ternes, Tree, Gerwe, Tewes, Tyree, Jerdee

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Where is the Terwee family from?

You can see how Terwee families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Terwee family name was found in Scotland in 1891. In 1891 there was 1 Terwee family living in Aberdeenshire. This was 100% of all the recorded Terwee's in Scotland. Aberdeenshire had the highest population of Terwee families in 1891.
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Census Records

There are 71 census records available for the last name Terwee. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Terwee 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 30 immigration records available for the last name Terwee. 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 17 military records available for the last name Terwee. For the veterans among your Terwee ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Terwee lifespan?

Between 1970 and 2003, in the United States, Terwee life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1973, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Terwee in 1970 was 83, and 99 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Terwee 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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