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Himmelsteib Family History

Himmelsteib 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: Himmelstein, Himelstein, Hammerstein, Himmelreich, Finkelstein

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Census Records

There are 7 census records available for the last name Himmelsteib. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Himmelsteib 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 2 immigration records available for the last name Himmelsteib. 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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There are 35 military records available for the last name Himmelsteib. For the veterans among your Himmelsteib ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Himmelsteib lifespan?

Between 1964 and 2001, in the United States, Himmelsteib life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1964, and highest in 1967. The average life expectancy for Himmelsteib in 1964 was 70, and 80 in 2001.

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