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Brechun Family History

Brechun 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: Brecher, Breihan, Brecht, Breckon, Brekhus, Brochu, Brecheen, Bechen

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Where is the Brechun family from?

You can see how Brechun families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Brechun family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Brechun families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 9 Brechun families living in Texas. This was 100% of all the recorded Brechun's in USA. Texas had the highest population of Brechun families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 90 census records available for the last name Brechun. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Brechun 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 19 immigration records available for the last name Brechun. 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 20 military records available for the last name Brechun. For the veterans among your Brechun ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Brechun lifespan?

Between 1964 and 2002, in the United States, Brechun life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2002, and highest in 1987. The average life expectancy for Brechun in 1964 was 75, and 42 in 2002.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Brechun 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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