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Demcey Family History

Demcey 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: Demey, Demay, Demler, Demory, Dewey, Dence, Emley, Demel, Dempsey

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Where is the Demcey family from?

You can see how Demcey families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Demcey family name was found in the USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 7 Demcey families living in Texas. This was about 54% of all the recorded Demcey's in USA. Texas had the highest population of Demcey families in 1880.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Demcey surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 111 census records available for the last name Demcey. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Demcey 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 3 immigration records available for the last name Demcey. 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 13 military records available for the last name Demcey. For the veterans among your Demcey ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Demcey lifespan?

Between 1963 and 1993, in the United States, Demcey life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1993, and highest in 1975. The average life expectancy for Demcey in 1963 was 92, and 84 in 1993.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Demcey 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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