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Fergien Family History

Fergien 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: Fergen, Ferrier, Bergen, Bergin, Terrien, Forgie, Ferger, Mergen

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Where is the Fergien family from?

You can see how Fergien families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Fergien family name was found in Scotland in 1871. In 1871 there was 1 Fergien family living in Fife. This was 100% of all the recorded Fergien's in Scotland. Fife had the highest population of Fergien families in 1871.
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Census Records

There are 26 census records available for the last name Fergien. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Fergien 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 12 immigration records available for the last name Fergien. 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 18 military records available for the last name Fergien. For the veterans among your Fergien ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Fergien lifespan?

Between 1942 and 2003, in the United States, Fergien life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1942, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Fergien in 1942 was 29, and 92 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Fergien 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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