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Pergin Family History

Pergin 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: Bergin, Persin, Perlin, Perrin, Perkin, Perin, Wergin, Vergin, Berlin

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Where is the Pergin family from?

You can see how Pergin families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Pergin family name was found in the USA, and the UK between 1840 and 1920. The most Pergin families were found in USA in 1880. In 1891 there were 2 Pergin families living in Kent. This was 100% of all the recorded Pergin's in United Kingdom. Kent had the highest population of Pergin families in 1891.
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Census Records

There are 132 census records available for the last name Pergin. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Pergin 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 20 immigration records available for the last name Pergin. 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 21 military records available for the last name Pergin. For the veterans among your Pergin ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Pergin lifespan?

Between 1975 and 1991, in the United States, Pergin life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1984, and highest in 1991. The average life expectancy for Pergin in 1975 was 84, and 93 in 1991.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Pergin 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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