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Polsby Family History

Polsby 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: Polsky, Soulsby, Mosby, Polly, Colby, Posey, Poley, Presby, Wolsky

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Census Records

There are 28 census records available for the last name Polsby. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Polsby 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 8 immigration records available for the last name Polsby. 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 5 military records available for the last name Polsby. For the veterans among your Polsby ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Polsby lifespan?

Between 1966 and 1995, in the United States, Polsby life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1985, and highest in 1995. The average life expectancy for Polsby in 1966 was 87, and 88 in 1995.

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