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Lindeman Family History

Lindeman Surname Meaning

Dutch, Danish, Swedish, and Jewish (Ashkenazic) are all cultures from which the name originates. It is an elaborated form of the topographic or ornamental name Linde.

In addition to the aforementioned origins, the name also has an Americanized form, which is derived from the German surname Lindemann.

This connection to German heritage highlights the diverse roots that the name has in different cultures.

Furthermore, Lindeman serves as a point of comparison, showcasing variations of the name that exist.

This illustrates how names evolve and adapt across regions and languages, reflecting a rich tapestry of history and identity.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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Where is the Lindeman family from?

You can see how Lindeman families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Lindeman family name was found in the USA, the UK, Canada, and Scotland between 1840 and 1920. The most Lindeman families were found in USA in 1920. In 1891 there were 18 Lindeman families living in London. This was about 56% of all the recorded Lindeman's in United Kingdom. London had the highest population of Lindeman families in 1891.
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What did your Lindeman ancestors do for a living?

In 1939, Unpaid Domestic Duties was the top reported job for people in the United Kingdom named Lindeman. 79% of Lindeman women worked as an Unpaid Domestic Duties.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

Top Female Occupations In 1939

  • Unpaid Domestic Duties
    79%
  • Private Means
    11%
  • Housewife
    11%

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Census Records

There are 22,000 census records available for the last name Lindeman. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Lindeman 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 4,000 immigration records available for the last name Lindeman. 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 4,000 military records available for the last name Lindeman. For the veterans among your Lindeman ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Lindeman lifespan?

Between 1949 and 2004, in the United States, Lindeman life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1951, and highest in 1995. The average life expectancy for Lindeman in 1949 was 67, and 77 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Lindeman 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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