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Meyjes Family History

Meyjes 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, Mewes, Mynes, Fejes, Keyes, Menges, Meyers, Leyes, Merkes

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Census Records

There are 118 census records available for the last name Meyjes. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Meyjes 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 133 immigration records available for the last name Meyjes. 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 24 military records available for the last name Meyjes. For the veterans among your Meyjes ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Meyjes lifespan?

Between 1972 and 2004, in the United States, Meyjes life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2004, and highest in 1983. The average life expectancy for Meyjes in 1972 was 87, and 74 in 2004.

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