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Donfris Family History

Donfris 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: Doris, Donais, Donis, Dorris, Dennis, Boris, Morris, Dobrin, Danis

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Census Records

There are 31 census records available for the last name Donfris. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Donfris 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 10 immigration records available for the last name Donfris. 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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There are 1 military records available for the last name Donfris. For the veterans among your Donfris ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Donfris lifespan?

Between 1974 and 1983, in the United States, Donfris life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1974, and highest in 1983. The average life expectancy for Donfris in 1974 was 65, and 75 in 1983.

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