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Fukushima Family History

Fukushima Surname Meaning

Japanese: written 福島 ‘blessed island’. This is a common placename and surname throughout Japan and the Ryūkyū Islands.

In these regions, the name carries significant cultural and geographical importance.

It is often associated with areas that are considered to be prosperous or fortunate.

The name can also be written phonetically as 譜久島, showcasing the versatility of the Japanese language.

This variation highlights the unique linguistic characteristics of different regions within Japan.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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Where is the Fukushima family from?

You can see how Fukushima families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Fukushima family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1911 and 1920. The most Fukushima families were found in USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 37 Fukushima families living in Hawaii. This was about 44% of all the recorded Fukushima's in USA. Hawaii had the highest population of Fukushima families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Fukushima surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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What did your Fukushima ancestors do for a living?

In 1939, Unpaid Domestic Duties was the top reported job for people in the United Kingdom named Fukushima. 100% of Fukushima women worked as an Unpaid Domestic Duties.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

Top Female Occupations In 1939

  • Unpaid Domestic Duties
    100%

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Census Records

There are 1,000 census records available for the last name Fukushima. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Fukushima 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 4,000 immigration records available for the last name Fukushima. 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 579 military records available for the last name Fukushima. For the veterans among your Fukushima ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Fukushima lifespan?

Between 1963 and 2004, in the United States, Fukushima life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1963, and highest in 1983. The average life expectancy for Fukushima in 1963 was 59, and 78 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Fukushima 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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