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Himmelforb Family History

Himmelforb 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: Himmelfarb, Himelfarb, Himmelberg, Himmel, Summerford, Hemmelgarn

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Where is the Himmelforb family from?

You can see how Himmelforb families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Himmelforb family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Himmelforb families living in Maryland. This was about 40% of all the recorded Himmelforb's in USA. Maryland had the highest population of Himmelforb families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 13 census records available for the last name Himmelforb. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Himmelforb 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 8 immigration records available for the last name Himmelforb. 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 10 military records available for the last name Himmelforb. For the veterans among your Himmelforb ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Himmelforb lifespan?

Between 1991 and 1998, in the United States, Himmelforb life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1998, and highest in 1997. The average life expectancy for Himmelforb in 1991 was 95, and 87 in 1998.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Himmelforb 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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