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Porporis Family History

Porporis 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: Porpora, Morris, Norris, Porras, Popovic, Orris, Corris, Poupore

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Census Records

There are 24 census records available for the last name Porporis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Porporis 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 12 immigration records available for the last name Porporis. 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 4 military records available for the last name Porporis. For the veterans among your Porporis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Porporis lifespan?

Between 1963 and 1980, in the United States, Porporis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1963, and highest in 1980. The average life expectancy for Porporis in 1963 was 76, and 83 in 1980.

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