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Priehn Family History

Priehn 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: Prehn, Prien, Priest, Prieto, Kiehn, Riehm, Prieur, Priem, Pries

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Census Records

There are 127 census records available for the last name Priehn. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Priehn 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 85 immigration records available for the last name Priehn. 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 22 military records available for the last name Priehn. For the veterans among your Priehn ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Priehn lifespan?

Between 1973 and 1989, in the United States, Priehn life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1973, and highest in 1989. The average life expectancy for Priehn in 1973 was 73, and 84 in 1989.

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