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Birsen Family History

Birsen 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: Bissen, Biren, Birden, Burden, Bien, Buren, Eisen, Bergen, Burson

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Where is the Birsen family from?

You can see how Birsen families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Birsen family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 3 Birsen families living in Illinois. This was about 75% of all the recorded Birsen's in USA. Illinois had the highest population of Birsen families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Birsen 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 96 census records available for the last name Birsen. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Birsen 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 25 immigration records available for the last name Birsen. 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 23 military records available for the last name Birsen. For the veterans among your Birsen ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Birsen lifespan?

Between 1981 and 1999, in the United States, Birsen life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1981, and highest in 1995. The average life expectancy for Birsen in 1981 was 63, and 70 in 1999.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Birsen 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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