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Feenster Family History

Feenster 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: Fenster, Feemster, Finster, Fernsler, Meester, Fester, Fenter

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Census Records

There are 54 census records available for the last name Feenster. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Feenster 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 Feenster. 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 26 military records available for the last name Feenster. For the veterans among your Feenster ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Feenster lifespan?

Between 1980 and 2001, in the United States, Feenster life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1980, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Feenster in 1980 was 23, and 70 in 2001.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Feenster 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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