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Meyhr Family History

Meyhr 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: Meyer, Myhr, Mehr, Mayer, Kehr, Mayor, Heyer, Mech, Geyer, Mehl

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Census Records

There are 41 census records available for the last name Meyhr. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Meyhr 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 27 immigration records available for the last name Meyhr. 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 Meyhr. For the veterans among your Meyhr ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Meyhr lifespan?

Between 1971 and 1998, in the United States, Meyhr life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1971, and highest in 1998. The average life expectancy for Meyhr in 1971 was 66, and 99 in 1998.

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