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Jambre Family History

Jambre 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: Cambre, Jamar, Cambra, Amble, Amore, Gamble, Hamre, Lamore, Jarboe

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Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Jambre 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 40 census records available for the last name Jambre. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Jambre 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 9 immigration records available for the last name Jambre. 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 10 military records available for the last name Jambre. For the veterans among your Jambre ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Jambre lifespan?

Between 1985 and 1991, in the United States, Jambre life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1985, and highest in 1991. The average life expectancy for Jambre in 1985 was 59, and 71 in 1991.

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