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Algrain Family History

Algrain 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: Allain, Algarin, Mcgrain, Allman, Albin, Drain, Blain, Grahn, Larkin

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Where is the Algrain family from?

You can see how Algrain families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Algrain family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Algrain families were found in USA in 1920. In 1880 there was 1 Algrain family living in Pennsylvania. This was 100% of all the recorded Algrain's in USA. Pennsylvania had the highest population of Algrain families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 196 census records available for the last name Algrain. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Algrain 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 69 immigration records available for the last name Algrain. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the UK, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 1 military records available for the last name Algrain. For the veterans among your Algrain ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Algrain lifespan?

Between 1992 and 1993, in the United States, Algrain life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1993, and highest in 1992. The average life expectancy for Algrain in 1992 was 92, and 86 in 1993.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Algrain 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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