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Eiris Family History

Eiris 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: Edris, Etris, Boris, Paris, Idris, Kairis, Duris, Erie, Baris, Doris

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Census Records

There are 18 census records available for the last name Eiris. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Eiris 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 143 immigration records available for the last name Eiris. 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 5 military records available for the last name Eiris. For the veterans among your Eiris ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Eiris lifespan?

Between 1958 and 1983, in the United States, Eiris life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1958, and highest in 1983. The average life expectancy for Eiris in 1958 was 70, and 76 in 1983.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Eiris 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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