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Draaisma Family History

Draaisma 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: Braaksma, Brandsma, Dravis, Dadisman, Drain, Danis, Kalista, Kraska

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Census Records

There are 35 census records available for the last name Draaisma. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Draaisma 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 172 immigration records available for the last name Draaisma. 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 3 military records available for the last name Draaisma. For the veterans among your Draaisma ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Draaisma lifespan?

Between 1967 and 1979, in the United States, Draaisma life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1979, and highest in 1967. The average life expectancy for Draaisma in 1967 was 85, and 74 in 1979.

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