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Elixander Family History

Elixander 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: Alexander, Elander, Lander, Levander, Melander, Linder, Englander

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Where is the Elixander family from?

You can see how Elixander families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Elixander family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Elixander families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 12 Elixander families living in Ohio. This was about 43% of all the recorded Elixander's in USA. Ohio had the highest population of Elixander families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 209 census records available for the last name Elixander. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Elixander 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 9 immigration records available for the last name Elixander. 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 9 military records available for the last name Elixander. For the veterans among your Elixander ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Elixander lifespan?

Between 1972 and 1985, in the United States, Elixander life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1972, and highest in 1985. The average life expectancy for Elixander in 1972 was 70, and 84 in 1985.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Elixander 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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