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Elshin Family History

Elshin 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: Elson, Elston, Elsen, Shin, Elkin, Alphin, Ellin, Eskin, Elamin

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Census Records

There are 14 census records available for the last name Elshin. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Elshin 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 27 immigration records available for the last name Elshin. 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 12 military records available for the last name Elshin. For the veterans among your Elshin ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Elshin lifespan?

Between 1976 and 1999, in the United States, Elshin life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1993, and highest in 1978. The average life expectancy for Elshin in 1976 was 85, and 83 in 1999.

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