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Brykner Family History

Brykner 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: Bryner, Bradner, Brenner, Brauner, Brickner, Bruckner, Braker

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Where is the Brykner family from?

You can see how Brykner families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Brykner family name was found in the USA, and Scotland between 1871 and 1920. The most Brykner families were found in Scotland in 1871. In 1871 there were 6 Brykner families living in Renfrewshire. This was 100% of all the recorded Brykner's in Scotland. Renfrewshire had the highest population of Brykner families in 1871.
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Census Records

There are 35 census records available for the last name Brykner. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Brykner 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 6 immigration records available for the last name Brykner. 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 Brykner. For the veterans among your Brykner ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Brykner lifespan?

Between 1982 and 1985, in the United States, Brykner life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1982, and highest in 1985. The average life expectancy for Brykner in 1982 was 76, and 81 in 1985.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Brykner 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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