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Tobiens Family History

Tobiens 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: Torrens, Tobin, Tobias, Dobies, Tobie, Toben, Robins, Toles, Bien

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Census Records

There are 5 census records available for the last name Tobiens. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Tobiens 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 6 immigration records available for the last name Tobiens. 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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What is the average Tobiens lifespan?

Between 1967 and 1987, in the United States, Tobiens life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1977, and highest in 1987. The average life expectancy for Tobiens in 1967 was 76, and 87 in 1987.

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