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Birakis Family History

Birakis 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: Brais, Birkes, Birks, Boris, Barak, Brake, Rais, Barabas, Bras, Buras

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Census Records

There are 18 census records available for the last name Birakis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Birakis 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 14 immigration records available for the last name Birakis. 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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There are 11 military records available for the last name Birakis. For the veterans among your Birakis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Birakis lifespan?

Between 1977 and 1998, in the United States, Birakis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1998, and highest in 1977. The average life expectancy for Birakis in 1977 was 79, and 72 in 1998.

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