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Chiei Family History

Chiei 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: Chien, Chiem, Chi, Chae, Child, Chew, Chen, Chino, Choe, Che

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Census Records

There are 10 census records available for the last name Chiei. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Chiei 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 18 immigration records available for the last name Chiei. 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 14 military records available for the last name Chiei. For the veterans among your Chiei ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Chiei lifespan?

Between 1987 and 2002, in the United States, Chiei life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2002, and highest in 1987. The average life expectancy for Chiei in 1987 was 98, and 84 in 2002.

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