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Kvarsten Family History

Kvarsten 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: Karsten, Kasten, Kersten, Carsten, Karten, Kirsten, Karstens, Garten

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Where is the Kvarsten family from?

You can see how Kvarsten families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Kvarsten family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Kvarsten families living in Illinois. This was 100% of all the recorded Kvarsten's in USA. Illinois had the highest population of Kvarsten families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Kvarsten 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 14 census records available for the last name Kvarsten. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Kvarsten 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 9 immigration records available for the last name Kvarsten. 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 3 military records available for the last name Kvarsten. For the veterans among your Kvarsten ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Kvarsten lifespan?

Between 1975 and 2001, in the United States, Kvarsten life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1999, and highest in 1996. The average life expectancy for Kvarsten in 1975 was 70, and 77 in 2001.

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Kvarsten 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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