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Niemey Family History

Niemey 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: Nemec, Niemi, Nieves, Newey, Nemes, Nieder, Nimmer, Riemer, Niesen

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Where is the Niemey family from?

You can see how Niemey families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Niemey family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Niemey family living in New York. This was about 50% of all the recorded Niemey's in USA. New York and 1 other state had the highest population of Niemey families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 38 census records available for the last name Niemey. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Niemey 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 5 immigration records available for the last name Niemey. 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 4 military records available for the last name Niemey. For the veterans among your Niemey ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Niemey lifespan?

Between 1991 and 1999, in the United States, Niemey life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1991, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Niemey in 1991 was 47, and 87 in 1999.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Niemey 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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