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Prohens Family History

Prohens 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: Prosen, Propes, Provins, Rodes, Broten, Ovens, Gresens, Prophet

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Where is the Prohens family from?

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

There are 5 census records available for the last name Prohens. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Prohens 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 21 immigration records available for the last name Prohens. 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 13 military records available for the last name Prohens. For the veterans among your Prohens ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Prohens lifespan?

Between 1989 and 1997, in the United States, Prohens life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1989, and highest in 1997. The average life expectancy for Prohens in 1989 was 70, and 79 in 1997.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Prohens 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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