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Frennesen Family History

Frennesen 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: Tennessen, Arnesen, Freese, Fennessy, Tonnesen, Renneker, Flenniken

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Passenger Lists

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There are 6 military records available for the last name Frennesen. For the veterans among your Frennesen ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Frennesen lifespan?

Between 1973 and 1976, in the United States, Frennesen life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1976, and highest in 1973. The average life expectancy for Frennesen in 1973 was 81, and 78 in 1976.

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