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Birkenheier Family History

Birkenheier 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: Berkemeier, Bingenheimer, Wickenheiser, Berkheimer, Berkheiser

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Where is the Birkenheier family from?

You can see how Birkenheier families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Birkenheier family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Birkenheier family living in Pennsylvania. This was 100% of all the recorded Birkenheier's in USA. Pennsylvania had the highest population of Birkenheier families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 110 census records available for the last name Birkenheier. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Birkenheier 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 44 immigration records available for the last name Birkenheier. 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 51 military records available for the last name Birkenheier. For the veterans among your Birkenheier ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Birkenheier lifespan?

Between 1965 and 2003, in the United States, Birkenheier life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1981, and highest in 1976. The average life expectancy for Birkenheier in 1965 was 72, and 81 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Birkenheier 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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