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Where is the Hilsden family from?

You can see how Hilsden families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Hilsden family name was found in the USA, the UK, and Canada between 1880 and 1911. The most Hilsden families were found in United Kingdom in 1891. In 1911 there were 3 Hilsden families living in Ontario. This was 100% of all the recorded Hilsden's in Canada. Ontario had the highest population of Hilsden families in 1911.

Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Hilsden 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 2,000 census records available for the last name Hilsden. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Hilsden 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 146 immigration records available for the last name Hilsden. 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 160 military records available for the last name Hilsden. For the veterans among your Hilsden ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Hilsden lifespan?

Average Hilsden life expectancy in 1986 was 60 years. This was lower than the general public life expectancy which was 73.

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