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Where is the Leem family from?

You can see how Leem families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Leem family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Leem families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 7 Leem families living in North Carolina. This was about 33% of all the recorded Leem's in USA. North Carolina had the highest population of Leem families in 1880.

Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Leem 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 213 census records available for the last name Leem. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Leem 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 105 immigration records available for the last name Leem. 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 16 military records available for the last name Leem. For the veterans among your Leem ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Leem lifespan?

Between 1980 and 2000, in the United States, Leem life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1983, and highest in 1995. The average life expectancy for Leem in 1980 was 77, and 64 in 2000.

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