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Belenson Family History

Belenson 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: Berenson, Benenson, Benson, Belson, Ellenson, Beeson, Bernson

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Where is the Belenson family from?

You can see how Belenson families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Belenson family name was found in the UK in 1891. In 1891 there were 3 Belenson families living in Northumberland. This was 100% of all the recorded Belenson's in United Kingdom. Northumberland had the highest population of Belenson families in 1891.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Belenson 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 77 census records available for the last name Belenson. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Belenson 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 40 immigration records available for the last name Belenson. 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 14 military records available for the last name Belenson. For the veterans among your Belenson ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Belenson lifespan?

Between 1970 and 2004, in the United States, Belenson life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1978, and highest in 1986. The average life expectancy for Belenson in 1970 was 71, and 83 in 2004.

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Belenson 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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