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Where is the Phin family from?

You can see how Phin families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Phin family name was found in the USA, the UK, Canada, and Scotland between 1840 and 1920. The most Phin families were found in and Scotland in 1841. In 1891 there were 5 Phin families living in London. This was about 71% of all the recorded Phin's in United Kingdom. London had the highest population of Phin families in 1891.

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Census Records

There are 3,000 census records available for the last name Phin. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Phin 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 667 immigration records available for the last name Phin. 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 1,000 military records available for the last name Phin. For the veterans among your Phin ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Phin lifespan?

Between 1964 and 2004, in the United States, Phin life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2003, and highest in 1968. The average life expectancy for Phin in 1964 was 68, and 75 in 2004.

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Phin Family History