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Yien Family History

Yien 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: Yin, Wien, Bien, Lien, Oien, Vien, Sien, Kien, Tien, Yen

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Where is the Yien family from?

You can see how Yien families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Yien family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Yien families living in California. This was about 40% of all the recorded Yien's in USA. California had the highest population of Yien families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Yien surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 53 census records available for the last name Yien. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Yien 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 Yien. 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 17 military records available for the last name Yien. For the veterans among your Yien ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Yien lifespan?

Between 1980 and 2004, in the United States, Yien life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1986, and highest in 2004. The average life expectancy for Yien in 1980 was 63, and 86 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Yien 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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