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Boeh Family History

Boeh Surname Meaning

German (Böh): unexplained. Compare Beh

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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Where is the Boeh family from?

You can see how Boeh families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Boeh family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Boeh families were found in USA in 1920. In 1880 there were 3 Boeh families living in Iowa. This was about 38% of all the recorded Boeh's in USA. Iowa and 1 other state had the highest population of Boeh families in 1880.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Boeh surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.

What did your Boeh ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer was the top reported job for people in the USA named Boeh. 100% of Boeh men worked as a Laborer.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    100%

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Census Records

There are 845 census records available for the last name Boeh. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Boeh 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 107 immigration records available for the last name Boeh. 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 419 military records available for the last name Boeh. For the veterans among your Boeh ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Boeh lifespan?

Between 1962 and 2004, in the United States, Boeh life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1996, and highest in 1975. The average life expectancy for Boeh in 1962 was 72, and 70 in 2004.

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