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Saphian Family History

Saphian 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: Sapien, Safian, Sapia, Saephan, Damian, Shan, Adrian, Dauphin, Sabin

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Census Records

There are 19 census records available for the last name Saphian. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Saphian 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 14 immigration records available for the last name Saphian. 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 Saphian. For the veterans among your Saphian ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Saphian lifespan?

Between 1963 and 1995, in the United States, Saphian life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1963, and highest in 1995. The average life expectancy for Saphian in 1963 was 69, and 94 in 1995.

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