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Bisheff Family History

Bisheff 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: Bishoff, Sheff, Bischoff, Bisher, Fisher, Bishop, Risher, Bissell

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Census Records

There are 29 census records available for the last name Bisheff. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Bisheff 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 Bisheff. 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 3 military records available for the last name Bisheff. For the veterans among your Bisheff ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Bisheff lifespan?

Between 1984 and 1992, in the United States, Bisheff life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1984, and highest in 1992. The average life expectancy for Bisheff in 1984 was 67, and 82 in 1992.

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