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Furslew Family History

Furslew Name 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: Furse, Bursley, Pursley, Oursler, Furlow, Burlew, Fuller, Forster

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Census Records

There are 16 census records available for the last name Furslew. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Furslew 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 642 immigration records available for the last name Furslew. 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 9 military records available for the last name Furslew. For the veterans among your Furslew ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Furslew lifespan?

Between 1969 and 1978, in the United States, Furslew life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1969, and highest in 1978. The average life expectancy for Furslew in 1969 was 43, and 78 in 1978.

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