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Sorgenfri Family History

Sorgenfri 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: Sorgenfrei, Surgener, Sorrenti, Sorgen, Sorger, Sargent, Morgen

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Where is the Sorgenfri family from?

You can see how Sorgenfri families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Sorgenfri family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Sorgenfri families living in Illinois. This was about 67% of all the recorded Sorgenfri's in USA. Illinois had the highest population of Sorgenfri families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Sorgenfri 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 30 census records available for the last name Sorgenfri. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Sorgenfri 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 8 immigration records available for the last name Sorgenfri. 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 5 military records available for the last name Sorgenfri. For the veterans among your Sorgenfri ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Sorgenfri lifespan?

Between 1965 and 1985, in the United States, Sorgenfri life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1969, and highest in 1985. The average life expectancy for Sorgenfri in 1965 was 70, and 73 in 1985.

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Sorgenfri 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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