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Nebens Family History

Nebens 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: Lebens, Neuens, Sebens, Neyens, Nevens, Leben, Nebel, Debes, Nemes

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Where is the Nebens family from?

You can see how Nebens families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Nebens family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Nebens family living in Maine. This was 100% of all the recorded Nebens's in USA. Maine had the highest population of Nebens families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Nebens 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 36 census records available for the last name Nebens. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Nebens 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 4 immigration records available for the last name Nebens. 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 3 military records available for the last name Nebens. For the veterans among your Nebens ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Nebens lifespan?

Between 1983 and 1998, in the United States, Nebens life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1998, and highest in 1983. The average life expectancy for Nebens in 1983 was 82, and 68 in 1998.

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