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Doedens Family History

Doedens 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: Doeden, Doede, Dowden, Dollens, Boelens, Desens, Goeden, Devens

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Where is the Doedens family from?

You can see how Doedens families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Doedens family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Doedens family living in Colorado. This was about 50% of all the recorded Doedens's in USA. Colorado and 1 other state had the highest population of Doedens families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 91 census records available for the last name Doedens. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Doedens 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 70 immigration records available for the last name Doedens. 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 6 military records available for the last name Doedens. For the veterans among your Doedens ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Doedens lifespan?

Between 1966 and 2004, in the United States, Doedens life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2004, and highest in 1996. The average life expectancy for Doedens in 1966 was 37, and 34 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Doedens 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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