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Koenst Family History

Koenst 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: Kunst, Oest, Koenig, Kost, Kent, Kienast, Dienst, Koen, Goens, Koons

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Census Records

There are 9 census records available for the last name Koenst. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Koenst 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 10 immigration records available for the last name Koenst. 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 1,000 military records available for the last name Koenst. For the veterans among your Koenst ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Koenst lifespan?

Between 1991 and 1995, in the United States, Koenst life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1991, and highest in 1995. The average life expectancy for Koenst in 1991 was 72, and 74 in 1995.

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