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Hilins Family History

Hilins 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: Filkins, Helin, Hils, Lins, Hulin, Hilding, Higgins, Hirons, Salins

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Census Records

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

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What is the average Hilins lifespan?

Between 1970 and 1999, in the United States, Hilins life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1970, and highest in 1992. The average life expectancy for Hilins in 1970 was 63, and 65 in 1999.

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