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Mirwis Family History

Mirwis 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: Morris, Martis, Millis, Mirkin, Maris, Moris, Irwin, Mervis, Mires

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Where is the Mirwis family from?

You can see how Mirwis families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Mirwis family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Mirwis family living in New York. This was 100% of all the recorded Mirwis's in USA. New York had the highest population of Mirwis families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 28 census records available for the last name Mirwis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Mirwis 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 169 immigration records available for the last name Mirwis. 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 3 military records available for the last name Mirwis. For the veterans among your Mirwis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Mirwis lifespan?

Between 1962 and 1974, in the United States, Mirwis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1974, and highest in 1962. The average life expectancy for Mirwis in 1962 was 78, and 66 in 1974.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Mirwis 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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