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Henderikson Family History

Henderikson 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: Henderson, Hendriksen, Hendrickson, Henrikson, Hendrixson, Enderson

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Where is the Henderikson family from?

You can see how Henderikson families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Henderikson family name was found in the USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 5 Henderikson families living in New York. This was 100% of all the recorded Henderikson's in USA. New York had the highest population of Henderikson families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 46 census records available for the last name Henderikson. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Henderikson 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 5 immigration records available for the last name Henderikson. 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 1 military records available for the last name Henderikson. For the veterans among your Henderikson ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Henderikson lifespan?

Between 1982 and 1997, in the United States, Henderikson life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1997, and highest in 1982. The average life expectancy for Henderikson in 1982 was 82, and 77 in 1997.

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