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Van Perre Family History

Van Perre 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: Van Metre, Van Pelt, Van Hee, Van Leer, Van Wert, San Pedro, Van Ert

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Census Records

There are 24 census records available for the last name Van Perre. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Van Perre 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 133 immigration records available for the last name Van Perre. 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 46 military records available for the last name Van Perre. For the veterans among your Van Perre ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Van Perre lifespan?

Between 1989 and 2003, in the United States, Van Perre life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1989, and highest in 2002. The average life expectancy for Van Perre in 1989 was 35, and 80 in 2003.

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