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Elgenson Family History

Elgenson 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: Ellenson, Engelson, Estenson, Jergenson, Hogenson, Elletson

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Where is the Elgenson family from?

You can see how Elgenson families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Elgenson family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Elgenson families living in Illinois. This was 100% of all the recorded Elgenson's in USA. Illinois had the highest population of Elgenson families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 49 census records available for the last name Elgenson. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Elgenson 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 Elgenson. 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 12 military records available for the last name Elgenson. For the veterans among your Elgenson ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Elgenson lifespan?

Between 1963 and 1990, in the United States, Elgenson life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1966, and highest in 1984. The average life expectancy for Elgenson in 1963 was 81, and 77 in 1990.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Elgenson 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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