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Degnim Family History

Degnim 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: Dennis, Dignam, Debnam, Denis, Deni, Degn, Denig, Deniz, Dennie

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Where is the Degnim family from?

You can see how Degnim families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Degnim family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1911 and 1920. The most Degnim families were found in Canada in 1911. In 1911 there were 8 Degnim families living in Ontario. This was 100% of all the recorded Degnim's in Canada. Ontario had the highest population of Degnim families in 1911.
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Census Records

There are 38 census records available for the last name Degnim. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Degnim 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 7 immigration records available for the last name Degnim. 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 27 military records available for the last name Degnim. For the veterans among your Degnim ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Degnim lifespan?

Between 1964 and 2002, in the United States, Degnim life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2002, and highest in 1964. The average life expectancy for Degnim in 1964 was 83, and 43 in 2002.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Degnim 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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