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Himmelstern Family History

Himmelstern 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: Himmelstein, Himelstein, Hammerstein, Himmelberg, Hofmeister

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Census Records

There are 28 census records available for the last name Himmelstern. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Himmelstern 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 73 immigration records available for the last name Himmelstern. 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 5 military records available for the last name Himmelstern. For the veterans among your Himmelstern ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Himmelstern lifespan?

Between 1971 and 1988, in the United States, Himmelstern life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1971, and highest in 1974. The average life expectancy for Himmelstern in 1971 was 48, and 84 in 1988.

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