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Basra Family History

Basra Surname Meaning

Indian (Punjab): Sikh name of unexplained etymology based on the name of a Jat clan.

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


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You can see how Basra families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Basra family name was found in the USA, and Scotland between 1871 and 1920. The most Basra families were found in USA in 1920, and Scotland in 1871. In 1871 there was 1 Basra family living in Renfrewshire. This was 100% of all the recorded Basra's in Scotland. Renfrewshire had the highest population of Basra families in 1871.
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Census Records

There are 128 census records available for the last name Basra. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Basra 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 43 immigration records available for the last name Basra. 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 4 military records available for the last name Basra. For the veterans among your Basra ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Basra lifespan?

Between 1978 and 2004, in the United States, Basra life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1978, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Basra in 1978 was 25, and 70 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Basra 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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