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Briefstein Family History

Briefstein 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: Beilstein, Bodenstein, Breitenstein, Greenstein, Braunstein

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Census Records

There are 39 census records available for the last name Briefstein. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Briefstein 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 10 immigration records available for the last name Briefstein. 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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There are 4 military records available for the last name Briefstein. For the veterans among your Briefstein ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Briefstein lifespan?

Between 1969 and 2004, in the United States, Briefstein life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1969, and highest in 2004. The average life expectancy for Briefstein in 1969 was 58, and 99 in 2004.

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