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Saephan Family History

Saephan Surname Meaning

Southeast Asian (Iu Mien): from the name of the Phan clan of the Iu Mien people from Laos.

In this context, the term incorporates the Thai prefix sae, which denotes a clan.

It indicates a connection between the cultural heritage and the clan identity of the Iu Mien people.

Understanding this terminology provides insight into the social structure and lineage within the Iu Mien community.

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


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You can see how Saephan families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Saephan family name was found in the USA, Canada, and Scotland between 1871 and 1920. The most Saephan families were found in USA in 1920. In 1911 there was 1 Saephan family living in Ontario. This was 100% of all the recorded Saephan's in Canada. Ontario had the highest population of Saephan families in 1911.
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What did your Saephan ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Farmer was the top reported job for people in the USA named Saephan. 100% of Saephan men worked as a Farmer.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Farmer
    100%

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Census Records

There are 90 census records available for the last name Saephan. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Saephan 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 16 immigration records available for the last name Saephan. 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 Saephan. For the veterans among your Saephan ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Saephan lifespan?

Between 1982 and 2004, in the United States, Saephan life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1997, and highest in 1994. The average life expectancy for Saephan in 1982 was 69, and 76 in 2004.

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