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Diersmann Family History

Diersmann 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: Dieckmann, Niermann, Wiesmann, Liermann, Biermann, Eiermann, Diekmann

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Where is the Diersmann family from?

You can see how Diersmann families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Diersmann family name was found in Scotland in 1881. In 1881 there was 1 Diersmann family living in Midlothian. This was 100% of all the recorded Diersmann's in Scotland. Midlothian had the highest population of Diersmann families in 1881.
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Census Records

There are 16 census records available for the last name Diersmann. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Diersmann 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 33 immigration records available for the last name Diersmann. 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 28 military records available for the last name Diersmann. For the veterans among your Diersmann ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Diersmann lifespan?

Between 1966 and 1981, in the United States, Diersmann life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1966, and highest in 1981. The average life expectancy for Diersmann in 1966 was 82, and 88 in 1981.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Diersmann 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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