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Behiter Family History

Behiter 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: Beiter, Bester, Better, Reiter, Belter, Beiser, Breiter, Deiter

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Census Records

There are 46 census records available for the last name Behiter. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Behiter 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 2 immigration records available for the last name Behiter. 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 9 military records available for the last name Behiter. For the veterans among your Behiter ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Behiter lifespan?

Between 1963 and 2000, in the United States, Behiter life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1999, and highest in 1981. The average life expectancy for Behiter in 1963 was 69, and 42 in 2000.

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