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Eissens Family History

Eissens 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: Eisen, Nissen, Bissen, Esses, Essen, Cassens, Vissers, Sissons

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Where is the Eissens family from?

You can see how Eissens families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Eissens family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 4 Eissens families living in Illinois. This was 100% of all the recorded Eissens's in USA. Illinois had the highest population of Eissens families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Eissens 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 55 census records available for the last name Eissens. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Eissens 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 3 immigration records available for the last name Eissens. 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 47 military records available for the last name Eissens. For the veterans among your Eissens ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Eissens lifespan?

Between 1974 and 2004, in the United States, Eissens life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1994, and highest in 1981. The average life expectancy for Eissens in 1974 was 64, and 65 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Eissens 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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