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Birsten Family History

Birsten 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: Kirsten, Burston, Broten, Borstel, Gersten, Kirstein, Bissen, Kersten

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Where is the Birsten family from?

You can see how Birsten families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Birsten family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Birsten family living in Colorado. This was about 50% of all the recorded Birsten's in USA. Colorado and 1 other state had the highest population of Birsten families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Birsten 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 14 census records available for the last name Birsten. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Birsten 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 34 immigration records available for the last name Birsten. 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 3 military records available for the last name Birsten. For the veterans among your Birsten ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Birsten lifespan?

Between 1975 and 1997, in the United States, Birsten life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1975, and highest in 1997. The average life expectancy for Birsten in 1975 was 64, and 78 in 1997.

View Social Security Death Index (SSDI) for Birsten

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Birsten 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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