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Augier Family History

Augier Surname Meaning

From the French personal name Augier, the term traces back to Old French Alg(i)er and Aug(i)er.

Its roots can be found in Continental Germanic as Adalgari.

This etymological lineage highlights the evolution of the name through different languages and cultures.

For comparison, one can refer to the name Alger, which shares similar origins.

This fascinating history reflects the intertwining of linguistic influences in personal names.

Source: The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain, 2021


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Where is the Augier family from?

You can see how Augier families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Augier family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1880 and 1920. The most Augier families were found in USA in 1880. In 1911 there were 6 Augier families living in Ontario. This was 100% of all the recorded Augier's in Canada. Ontario had the highest population of Augier families in 1911.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Augier surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.

What did your Augier ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Miner was the top reported job for people in the USA named Augier. 100% of Augier men worked as a Miner.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Miner
    100%

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Census Records

There are 1,000 census records available for the last name Augier. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Augier 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 402 immigration records available for the last name Augier. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in Canada, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 73 military records available for the last name Augier. For the veterans among your Augier ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Augier lifespan?

Between 1962 and 2002, in the United States, Augier life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1962, and highest in 1998. The average life expectancy for Augier in 1962 was 57, and 81 in 2002.

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