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Polien Family History

Polien 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: Polin, Holien, Pollen, Polen, Polich, Nolen, Olsen, Holten, Plier

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Where is the Polien family from?

You can see how Polien families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Polien family name was found in the USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 2 Polien families living in California. This was 100% of all the recorded Polien's in USA. California had the highest population of Polien families in 1880.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Polien 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 40 census records available for the last name Polien. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Polien 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 41 immigration records available for the last name Polien. 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 9 military records available for the last name Polien. For the veterans among your Polien ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Polien lifespan?

Between 1962 and 2002, in the United States, Polien life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1962, and highest in 1974. The average life expectancy for Polien in 1962 was 48, and 65 in 2002.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Polien 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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