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Lafstein Family History

Lafstein 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: Blaustein, Lipstein, Gladstein, Stein, Austin, Kasten, Holstein

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Where is the Lafstein family from?

You can see how Lafstein families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Lafstein family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 3 Lafstein families living in Massachusetts. This was 100% of all the recorded Lafstein's in USA. Massachusetts had the highest population of Lafstein families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 36 census records available for the last name Lafstein. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Lafstein 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 10 immigration records available for the last name Lafstein. 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 6 military records available for the last name Lafstein. For the veterans among your Lafstein ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Lafstein lifespan?

Between 1975 and 1997, in the United States, Lafstein life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1976, and highest in 1991. The average life expectancy for Lafstein in 1975 was 76, and 73 in 1997.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Lafstein 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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