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Hilgermann Family History

Hilgermann 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: Hilgeman, Hilderman, Hillerman, Holtermann, Biedermann, Hagemann

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Where is the Hilgermann family from?

You can see how Hilgermann families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Hilgermann family name was found in the USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 6 Hilgermann families living in California. This was 100% of all the recorded Hilgermann's in USA. California had the highest population of Hilgermann families in 1880.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Hilgermann 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 49 census records available for the last name Hilgermann. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Hilgermann 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 47 immigration records available for the last name Hilgermann. 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 33 military records available for the last name Hilgermann. For the veterans among your Hilgermann ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Hilgermann lifespan?

Between 1963 and 1991, in the United States, Hilgermann life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1991, and highest in 1973. The average life expectancy for Hilgermann in 1963 was 74, and 60 in 1991.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Hilgermann 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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