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Wejby Family History

Wejby 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: Welby, Wesby, Wehby, Westby, Webb, Wilby, Worby, Selby, Denby, Walby

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Census Records

There are 17 census records available for the last name Wejby. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Wejby 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 2 immigration records available for the last name Wejby. 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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There are 38 military records available for the last name Wejby. For the veterans among your Wejby ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Wejby lifespan?

Between 1989 and 1997, in the United States, Wejby life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1989, and highest in 1997. The average life expectancy for Wejby in 1989 was 69, and 83 in 1997.

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