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Claehsen Family History

Claehsen 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: Clausen, Claassen, Clasen, Classen, Claussen, Clayson, Clawson

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Where is the Claehsen family from?

You can see how Claehsen families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Claehsen family name was found in Scotland in 1871. In 1871 there were 4 Claehsen families living in Renfrewshire. This was 100% of all the recorded Claehsen's in Scotland. Renfrewshire had the highest population of Claehsen families in 1871.
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Census Records

There are 13 census records available for the last name Claehsen. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Claehsen 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 16 immigration records available for the last name Claehsen. 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 4 military records available for the last name Claehsen. For the veterans among your Claehsen ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Claehsen lifespan?

Between 1970 and 2000, in the United States, Claehsen life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1977, and highest in 1994. The average life expectancy for Claehsen in 1970 was 72, and 64 in 2000.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Claehsen 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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