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Epherson Family History

Epherson 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: Epperson, Pherson, Enderson, Person, Mcpherson, Einerson, Enerson

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Where is the Epherson family from?

You can see how Epherson families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Epherson family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Epherson families were found in USA in 1920. In 1880 there were 4 Epherson families living in Iowa. This was about 67% of all the recorded Epherson's in USA. Iowa had the highest population of Epherson families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 134 census records available for the last name Epherson. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Epherson 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 4 immigration records available for the last name Epherson. 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 20 military records available for the last name Epherson. For the veterans among your Epherson ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Epherson lifespan?

Between 1972 and 2003, in the United States, Epherson life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1985, and highest in 1991. The average life expectancy for Epherson in 1972 was 82, and 67 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Epherson 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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