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Derwis Family History

Derwis 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: Derwin, Dennis, Lewis, Darwin, Duris, Doris, Dellis, Ferris, Dardis

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Where is the Derwis family from?

You can see how Derwis families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Derwis family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Derwis family living in Pennsylvania. This was about 50% of all the recorded Derwis's in USA. Pennsylvania and 1 other state had the highest population of Derwis families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 37 census records available for the last name Derwis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Derwis 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 43 immigration records available for the last name Derwis. 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 6 military records available for the last name Derwis. For the veterans among your Derwis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Derwis lifespan?

Between 1993 and 2000, in the United States, Derwis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1993, and highest in 2000. The average life expectancy for Derwis in 1993 was 37, and 85 in 2000.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Derwis 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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