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Birgans Family History

Birgans 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: Biggins, Bergan, Burhans, Birman, Bargas, Brians, Bryans, Morgans

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Where is the Birgans family from?

You can see how Birgans families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Birgans family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Birgans family living in Missouri. This was about 50% of all the recorded Birgans's in USA. Missouri and 1 other state had the highest population of Birgans families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 3 census records available for the last name Birgans. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Birgans 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 642 immigration records available for the last name Birgans. 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 1 military records available for the last name Birgans. For the veterans among your Birgans ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Birgans lifespan?

Between 1975 and 2002, in the United States, Birgans life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2002, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Birgans in 1975 was 58, and 44 in 2002.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Birgans 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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