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Van Peer Family History

Van Peer 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: Van Leer, Van Pelt, Van Hee, Van Veen, Van Over, Van Beek, Van Meter

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Census Records

There are 521 census records available for the last name Van Peer. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Van Peer 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 144 immigration records available for the last name Van Peer. 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 147 military records available for the last name Van Peer. For the veterans among your Van Peer ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Van Peer lifespan?

Between 1998 and 2002, in the United States, Van Peer life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1998, and highest in 2002. The average life expectancy for Van Peer in 1998 was 74, and 80 in 2002.

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