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Propsner Family History

Propsner 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: Rosner, Rossner, Posner, Prosper, Propper, Prosser, Roesner, Proper

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Census Records

There are 51 census records available for the last name Propsner. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Propsner 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 28 immigration records available for the last name Propsner. 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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There are 76 military records available for the last name Propsner. For the veterans among your Propsner ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Propsner lifespan?

Between 1965 and 1997, in the United States, Propsner life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1989, and highest in 1996. The average life expectancy for Propsner in 1965 was 77, and 81 in 1997.

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