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Derraine Family History

Derraine 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: Lorraine, Demaine, Delaine, Defrain, Derstine, Dechaine, Perrine

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Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Derraine surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 15 census records available for the last name Derraine. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Derraine 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 13 immigration records available for the last name Derraine. 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 2 military records available for the last name Derraine. For the veterans among your Derraine ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Derraine lifespan?

Between 1972 and 1975, in the United States, Derraine life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1972, and highest in 1975. The average life expectancy for Derraine in 1972 was 69, and 73 in 1975.

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