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Wise Sr Family History

Wise Sr 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: Wisener, Wiser, Wise, Wiles, Winegar, Waser, Riser, Miser, Wiker

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Passenger Lists

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What is the average Wise Sr lifespan?

Between 1962 and 2004, in the United States, Wise Sr life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1988, and highest in 1963. The average life expectancy for Wise Sr in 1962 was 65, and 75 in 2004.

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