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Neisten Family History

Neisten 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: Neisen, Leisten, Eisen, Meister, Nester, Westen, Nissen, Neisler

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Where is the Neisten family from?

You can see how Neisten families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Neisten family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Neisten family living in Virginia. This was 100% of all the recorded Neisten's in USA. Virginia had the highest population of Neisten families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 24 census records available for the last name Neisten. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Neisten 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 6 immigration records available for the last name Neisten. 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 Neisten. For the veterans among your Neisten ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Neisten lifespan?

Between 1968 and 1980, in the United States, Neisten life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1968, and highest in 1980. The average life expectancy for Neisten in 1968 was 71, and 82 in 1980.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Neisten 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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