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Hernlem Family History

Hernlem 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: Henley, Hellem, Herrle, Herner, Herley, Heinle, Henle, Hertler, Herne

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Where is the Hernlem family from?

You can see how Hernlem families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Hernlem family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Hernlem family living in Minnesota. This was 100% of all the recorded Hernlem's in USA. Minnesota had the highest population of Hernlem families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Hernlem surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 76 census records available for the last name Hernlem. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Hernlem 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 2 immigration records available for the last name Hernlem. 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 Hernlem. For the veterans among your Hernlem ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Hernlem lifespan?

Between 1955 and 1997, in the United States, Hernlem life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1955, and highest in 1982. The average life expectancy for Hernlem in 1955 was 39, and 79 in 1997.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Hernlem 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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