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Benlein Family History

Benlein 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: Berlin, Belin, Belkin, Bellin, Bensen, Behlen, Belen, Beloin, Bennin

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Where is the Benlein family from?

You can see how Benlein families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Benlein family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Benlein families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 4 Benlein families living in Ohio. This was 100% of all the recorded Benlein's in USA. Ohio had the highest population of Benlein families in 1880.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Benlein surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 65 census records available for the last name Benlein. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Benlein 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 11 immigration records available for the last name Benlein. 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 7 military records available for the last name Benlein. For the veterans among your Benlein ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Benlein lifespan?

Between 1978 and 2004, in the United States, Benlein life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1995, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Benlein in 1978 was 76, and 63 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Benlein 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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