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Zeby Family History

Zeby 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: Eby, Zerby, Rey, Zeno, Hey, Dery, Ley, Webb, Ney, Remy

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Census Records

There are 43 census records available for the last name Zeby. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Zeby 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 Zeby. 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 1 military records available for the last name Zeby. For the veterans among your Zeby ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Zeby lifespan?

Between 1983 and 1989, in the United States, Zeby life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1989, and highest in 1983. The average life expectancy for Zeby in 1983 was 76, and 48 in 1989.

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