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Perya Family History

Perya 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: Perla, Perna, Pera, Perra, Perea, Peryea, Serra, Dery, Penna, Percy

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Census Records

There are 45 census records available for the last name Perya. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Perya 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 24 immigration records available for the last name Perya. 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 5 military records available for the last name Perya. For the veterans among your Perya ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Perya lifespan?

Between 1978 and 1981, in the United States, Perya life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1978, and highest in 1981. The average life expectancy for Perya in 1978 was 69, and 78 in 1981.

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