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Thyssens Family History

Thyssens 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: Thyssen, Thissen, Thygesen, Hessen, Coussens, Thissell, Theisen

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Census Records

There are 8 census records available for the last name Thyssens. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Thyssens 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 42 immigration records available for the last name Thyssens. 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 6 military records available for the last name Thyssens. For the veterans among your Thyssens ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Thyssens lifespan?

Between 1978 and 1991, in the United States, Thyssens life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1978, and highest in 1991. The average life expectancy for Thyssens in 1978 was 86, and 87 in 1991.

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