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Dekien Family History

Dekien 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: Dennen, Devin, Heien, Denier, Dein, Dokken, Dekker, Deren, Degen

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Where is the Dekien family from?

You can see how Dekien families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Dekien family name was found in the USA, and the UK between 1891 and 1920. The most Dekien families were found in USA in 1920. In 1891 there was 1 Dekien family living in Lancashire. This was 100% of all the recorded Dekien's in United Kingdom. Lancashire had the highest population of Dekien families in 1891.
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Census Records

There are 27 census records available for the last name Dekien. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Dekien 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 Dekien. 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 7 military records available for the last name Dekien. For the veterans among your Dekien ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Dekien lifespan?

Between 1973 and 2002, in the United States, Dekien life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1973, and highest in 2002. The average life expectancy for Dekien in 1973 was 65, and 91 in 2002.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Dekien 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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