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Shapu Family History

Shapu 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: Shan, Shah, Shaw, Shao, Shu, Shad, Snape, Sharp, Sham, Sha

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Census Records

There are 4 census records available for the last name Shapu. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Shapu 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 5 immigration records available for the last name Shapu. 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 11 military records available for the last name Shapu. For the veterans among your Shapu ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Shapu lifespan?

Between 1960 and 1999, in the United States, Shapu life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1960, and highest in 1974. The average life expectancy for Shapu in 1960 was 55, and 79 in 1999.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Shapu 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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