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Idema Family History

Idema Surname Meaning

West Frisian and Dutch (mainly Groningen and Drenthe) originate from a patronymic derived from the personal name Ide.

This name is composed with the Frisian suffix -ma, which translates to ‘(one of the) men of’.

The use of patronymics reflects a rich cultural tradition in naming conventions across regions.

Understanding the etymology of such names can provide insights into historical and familial connections.

This linguistic structure demonstrates the blending of personal identity with cultural heritage.

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


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You can see how Idema families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Idema family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1880 and 1920. The most Idema families were found in USA in 1920. In 1911 there was 1 Idema family living in Quebec. This was 100% of all the recorded Idema's in Canada. Quebec had the highest population of Idema families in 1911.
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What did your Idema ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Farmer and Operator were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Idema. 25% of Idema men worked as a Farmer and 100% of Idema women worked as an Operator.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Farmer
    25%
  • Executive
    13%
  • Laborer
    13%
  • Farm Work
    13%

Top Female Occupations In 1940

  • Operator
    100%

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Census Records

There are 750 census records available for the last name Idema. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Idema 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 229 immigration records available for the last name Idema. 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 204 military records available for the last name Idema. For the veterans among your Idema ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Idema lifespan?

Between 1963 and 2004, in the United States, Idema life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1986, and highest in 1990. The average life expectancy for Idema in 1963 was 81, and 83 in 2004.

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