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Kazimi Family History

Kazimi Surname Meaning

Muslim (mainly Afghanistan): surname denoting descent from or association with someone called Kazim.

In particular, it refers to an association from/with Mūsā al-Kāẓim, the seventh imam of the Shiite Muslims (see Musa).

Additionally, this surname reflects the cultural and religious significance of the lineage associated with the imams in Islamic tradition.

It is noteworthy to compare this surname with Kazemi, which may indicate similar or related associations.

The use of such surnames often highlights the importance of ancestry and connection to revered historical figures within the Muslim community.

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


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You can see how Kazimi families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Kazimi family name was found in Canada in 1911. In 1911 there was 1 Kazimi family living in Saskatchewan. This was 100% of all the recorded Kazimi's in Canada. Saskatchewan had the highest population of Kazimi families in 1911.
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Census Records

There are 1 census records available for the last name Kazimi. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Kazimi 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 34 immigration records available for the last name Kazimi. 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 2 military records available for the last name Kazimi. For the veterans among your Kazimi ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Kazimi lifespan?

Between 2001 and 2003, in the United States, Kazimi life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2003, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Kazimi in 2001 was 78, and 77 in 2003.

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