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Kesden Family History

Kesden 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: Kessen, Kesten, Heiden, Eden, Kasten, Kessel, Kolden, Hedden, Westen

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Where is the Kesden family from?

You can see how Kesden families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Kesden family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 3 Kesden families living in New York. This was about 75% of all the recorded Kesden's in USA. New York had the highest population of Kesden families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Kesden 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 88 census records available for the last name Kesden. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Kesden 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 15 immigration records available for the last name Kesden. 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 6 military records available for the last name Kesden. For the veterans among your Kesden ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Kesden lifespan?

Between 1970 and 2003, in the United States, Kesden life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1972, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Kesden in 1970 was 65, and 89 in 2003.

View Social Security Death Index (SSDI) for Kesden

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Kesden 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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