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Neirby Family History

Neirby 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: Nerby, Kirby, Norby, Newby, Irby, Yearby, Nesby, Neary, Neira, Neily

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Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Neirby surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 16 census records available for the last name Neirby. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Neirby 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 3 immigration records available for the last name Neirby. 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 7 military records available for the last name Neirby. For the veterans among your Neirby ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Neirby lifespan?

Between 1975 and 2001, in the United States, Neirby life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2001, and highest in 1975. The average life expectancy for Neirby in 1975 was 87, and 44 in 2001.

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