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Primate Family History

Primate 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: Prime, Primack, Brimage, Primas, Privett, Grime, Pate, Price, Prim

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Census Records

There are 64 census records available for the last name Primate. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Primate 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 4 immigration records available for the last name Primate. 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 3 military records available for the last name Primate. For the veterans among your Primate ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Primate lifespan?

Between 1981 and 1987, in the United States, Primate life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1981, and highest in 1987. The average life expectancy for Primate in 1981 was 73, and 79 in 1987.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Primate ancestors lived in harsh conditions. A short lifespan might also indicate health problems that were once prevalent in your family. The SSDI is a searchable database of more than 70 million names. You can find birthdates, death dates, addresses and more.

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