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Demspey Family History

Demspey 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: Hemsley, Espey, Dempsey, Densley, Empey, Demske, Demey, Desper

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Where is the Demspey family from?

You can see how Demspey families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Demspey family name was found in the USA, and the UK between 1891 and 1920. The most Demspey families were found in USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Demspey families living in New York. This was about 40% of all the recorded Demspey's in USA. New York had the highest population of Demspey families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 108 census records available for the last name Demspey. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Demspey 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 10 immigration records available for the last name Demspey. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in Canada, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 13 military records available for the last name Demspey. For the veterans among your Demspey ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Demspey lifespan?

Between 1980 and 1987, in the United States, Demspey life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1980, and highest in 1987. The average life expectancy for Demspey in 1980 was 74, and 75 in 1987.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Demspey 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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