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Birkenes Family History

Birkenes 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: Brenes, Birkner, Birkes, Barnes, Firkins, Berkes, Bines, Blakeney

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Where is the Birkenes family from?

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

There are 100 census records available for the last name Birkenes. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Birkenes 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 251 immigration records available for the last name Birkenes. 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 8 military records available for the last name Birkenes. For the veterans among your Birkenes ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Birkenes lifespan?

Between 1961 and 2002, in the United States, Birkenes life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2002, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Birkenes in 1961 was 57, and 28 in 2002.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Birkenes 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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