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Chaar Family History

Chaar Surname Meaning

Arabic (mainly Syria and Lebanon): French-influenced form of Shaar. Bearers of this surname are both Muslims and Christians.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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You can see how Chaar families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Chaar family name was found in Canada in 1911. In 1911 there were 2 Chaar families living in Quebec. This was 100% of all the recorded Chaar's in Canada. Quebec had the highest population of Chaar families in 1911.
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Census Records

There are 162 census records available for the last name Chaar. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Chaar 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 175 immigration records available for the last name Chaar. 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 15 military records available for the last name Chaar. For the veterans among your Chaar ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Chaar lifespan?

Between 1970 and 2004, in the United States, Chaar life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1974, and highest in 1994. The average life expectancy for Chaar in 1970 was 69, and 58 in 2004.

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