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Umfreys Family History

Umfreys 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: Umfress, Umfleet, Mares, Alfrey, Morey, Frey, Mires, Urey, Freis

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Where is the Umfreys family from?

You can see how Umfreys families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Umfreys family name was found in the USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 6 Umfreys families living in Tennessee. This was about 55% of all the recorded Umfreys's in USA. Tennessee had the highest population of Umfreys families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 47 census records available for the last name Umfreys. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Umfreys 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 1 immigration records available for the last name Umfreys. 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 22 military records available for the last name Umfreys. For the veterans among your Umfreys ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Umfreys lifespan?

Between 1963 and 1980, in the United States, Umfreys life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1967, and highest in 1980. The average life expectancy for Umfreys in 1963 was 82, and 93 in 1980.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Umfreys 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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