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Parekh Family History

Parekh Surname Meaning

Indian: variant of Parikh.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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You can see how Parekh families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Parekh family name was found in the USA, and the UK between 1891 and 1920. The most Parekh families were found in USA in 1920. In 1891 there was 1 Parekh family living in Northamptonshire. This was 100% of all the recorded Parekh's in United Kingdom. Northamptonshire had the highest population of Parekh families in 1891.
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Census Records

There are 95 census records available for the last name Parekh. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Parekh 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 457 immigration records available for the last name Parekh. 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 6 military records available for the last name Parekh. For the veterans among your Parekh ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Parekh lifespan?

Between 1974 and 2004, in the United States, Parekh life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1992, and highest in 1993. The average life expectancy for Parekh in 1974 was 27, and 76 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Parekh 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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