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Benseler Family History

Benseler 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: Henseler, Gensemer, Kensler, Beeler, Beisler, Gensler, Bensel

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Where is the Benseler family from?

You can see how Benseler families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Benseler family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Benseler families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 3 Benseler families living in Maryland. This was 100% of all the recorded Benseler's in USA. Maryland had the highest population of Benseler families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 50 census records available for the last name Benseler. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Benseler 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 95 immigration records available for the last name Benseler. 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 82 military records available for the last name Benseler. For the veterans among your Benseler ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Benseler lifespan?

Between 1973 and 1997, in the United States, Benseler life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1973, and highest in 1976. The average life expectancy for Benseler in 1973 was 72, and 73 in 1997.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Benseler 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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