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Alsander Family History

Alsander 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: Alexander, Lander, Callander, Sander, Auslander, Glander, Olander

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Where is the Alsander family from?

You can see how Alsander families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Alsander family name was found in the USA, and Scotland between 1841 and 1920. The most Alsander families were found in Scotland in 1841. In 1841 there were 3 Alsander families living in Aberdeenshire. This was 100% of all the recorded Alsander's in Scotland. Aberdeenshire had the highest population of Alsander families in 1841.
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Census Records

There are 15 census records available for the last name Alsander. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Alsander 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 5 immigration records available for the last name Alsander. 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 Alsander. For the veterans among your Alsander ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Alsander lifespan?

Between 1969 and 1999, in the United States, Alsander life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1999, and highest in 1969. The average life expectancy for Alsander in 1969 was 74, and 62 in 1999.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Alsander 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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