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Hersog Family History

Hersog 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: Herzog, Herson, Hersom, Herod, Heron, Person, Merson, Hering, Herzig

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Where is the Hersog family from?

You can see how Hersog families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Hersog family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Hersog families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 11 Hersog families living in New York. This was about 38% of all the recorded Hersog's in USA. New York had the highest population of Hersog families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 497 census records available for the last name Hersog. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Hersog 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 83 immigration records available for the last name Hersog. 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 45 military records available for the last name Hersog. For the veterans among your Hersog ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Hersog lifespan?

Between 1976 and 2003, in the United States, Hersog life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1976, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Hersog in 1976 was 57, and 89 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Hersog 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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