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Cherif Family History

Cherif Surname Meaning

Muslim (North Africa): French-influenced variant of Sharif or Sherif.

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


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What did your Cherif ancestors do for a living?

In 1921, Peintre was the top reported job for people in the Canada named Cherif. 100% of Cherif men worked as a Peintre.

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Top Male Occupations In 1921

  • Peintre
    100%

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Census Records

There are 20 census records available for the last name Cherif. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Cherif 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 169 immigration records available for the last name Cherif. 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 2 military records available for the last name Cherif. For the veterans among your Cherif ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Cherif lifespan?

Between 1979 and 2002, in the United States, Cherif life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2002, and highest in 1995. The average life expectancy for Cherif in 1979 was 85, and 33 in 2002.

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