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Igelstad Family History

Igelstad 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: Shelstad, Elstad, Engelstad, Trelstad, Fjelstad, Kolstad, Karlstad

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Census Records

There are 7 census records available for the last name Igelstad. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Igelstad 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

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There are 1 military records available for the last name Igelstad. For the veterans among your Igelstad ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Igelstad lifespan?

Between 1972 and 1991, in the United States, Igelstad life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1991, and highest in 1990. The average life expectancy for Igelstad in 1972 was 78, and 62 in 1991.

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