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Basaj Family History

Basaj 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: Basa, Bajaj, Basak, Basil, Bara, Baba, Bass, Barak, Balan, Bala

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Where is the Basaj family from?

You can see how Basaj families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Basaj family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Basaj family living in Michigan. This was 100% of all the recorded Basaj's in USA. Michigan had the highest population of Basaj families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Basaj 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 25 census records available for the last name Basaj. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Basaj 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 22 immigration records available for the last name Basaj. 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 4 military records available for the last name Basaj. For the veterans among your Basaj ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Basaj lifespan?

Between 1973 and 2003, in the United States, Basaj life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2002, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Basaj in 1973 was 86, and 90 in 2003.

View Social Security Death Index (SSDI) for Basaj

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Basaj 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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