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Purscelley Family History

Purscelley 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: Purcell, Pursell, Pursley, Puricelli, Purcella, Parsley, Pulley

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Census Records

There are 14 census records available for the last name Purscelley. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Purscelley 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 642 immigration records available for the last name Purscelley. 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 17 military records available for the last name Purscelley. For the veterans among your Purscelley ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Purscelley lifespan?

Between 1981 and 2003, in the United States, Purscelley life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1982, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Purscelley in 1981 was 68, and 75 in 2003.

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