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Yera Family History

Yera Surname Meaning

Spanish: probably a habitational name from a place called Yera in Cantabria. This surname is very rare in Spain; it is found mainly in Cuba.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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You can see how Yera families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Yera family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1880 and 1920. The most Yera families were found in USA in 1920. In 1880 there were 10 Yera families living in Illinois. This was about 91% of all the recorded Yera's in USA. Illinois had the highest population of Yera families in 1880.
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What did your Yera ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Lace Maker was the top reported job for people in the USA named Yera. 100% of Yera men worked as a Lace Maker.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Lace Maker
    100%

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Census Records

There are 808 census records available for the last name Yera. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Yera 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 314 immigration records available for the last name Yera. 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 43 military records available for the last name Yera. For the veterans among your Yera ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Yera lifespan?

Between 1972 and 2004, in the United States, Yera life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1998, and highest in 1992. The average life expectancy for Yera in 1972 was 73, and 85 in 2004.

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