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Phiri Family History

Phiri Surname Meaning

African (mainly Malawi and Zambia): from the name of a clan of the Chewa people of unexplained etymology.

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


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You can see how Phiri families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Phiri family name was found in the USA, and Scotland between 1871 and 1920. The most Phiri families were found in USA in 1920, and Scotland in 1871. In 1871 there were 2 Phiri families living in Fife. This was 100% of all the recorded Phiri's in Scotland. Fife had the highest population of Phiri families in 1871.
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Census Records

There are 21 census records available for the last name Phiri. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Phiri 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 7 immigration records available for the last name Phiri. 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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There are 38 military records available for the last name Phiri. For the veterans among your Phiri ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Phiri lifespan?

Between 1992 and 1995, in the United States, Phiri life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1992, and highest in 1995. The average life expectancy for Phiri in 1992 was 36, and 42 in 1995.

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