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Baernstein Family History

Baernstein 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: Bernstein, Arnstein, Bergstein, Bornstein, Burnstein, Berstein

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Where is the Baernstein family from?

You can see how Baernstein families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Baernstein family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Baernstein families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 9 Baernstein families living in Maryland. This was about 69% of all the recorded Baernstein's in USA. Maryland had the highest population of Baernstein families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 99 census records available for the last name Baernstein. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Baernstein 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 30 immigration records available for the last name Baernstein. 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 26 military records available for the last name Baernstein. For the veterans among your Baernstein ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Baernstein lifespan?

Between 1955 and 2001, in the United States, Baernstein life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1972, and highest in 1985. The average life expectancy for Baernstein in 1955 was 53, and 86 in 2001.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Baernstein 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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