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Gheran Family History

Gheran 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: German, Heron, Goeman, Sherman, Cherian, Horan, Herman, Shean, Beran

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Where is the Gheran family from?

You can see how Gheran families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Gheran family name was found in the USA, and Scotland between 1871 and 1920. The most Gheran families were found in Scotland in 1871. In 1871 there were 2 Gheran families living in Stirlingshire. This was 100% of all the recorded Gheran's in Scotland. Stirlingshire had the highest population of Gheran families in 1871.
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Census Records

There are 30 census records available for the last name Gheran. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Gheran 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 9 immigration records available for the last name Gheran. 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 2 military records available for the last name Gheran. For the veterans among your Gheran ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Gheran lifespan?

Between 1994 and 1999, in the United States, Gheran life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1994, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Gheran in 1994 was 85, and 92 in 1999.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Gheran 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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