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Frielin Family History

Frielin 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: Frieling, Brislin, Frein, Fralin, Rivlin, Friel, Ribelin, Frieden

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Census Records

There are 13 census records available for the last name Frielin. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Frielin 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 4 immigration records available for the last name Frielin. 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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There are 51 military records available for the last name Frielin. For the veterans among your Frielin ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Frielin lifespan?

Between 1982 and 1986, in the United States, Frielin life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1982, and highest in 1986. The average life expectancy for Frielin in 1982 was 59, and 63 in 1986.

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