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Saleem Family History

Saleem Surname Meaning

Muslim: variant of Salim

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


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Where is the Saleem family from?

You can see how Saleem families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Saleem family name was found in the USA, and the UK between 1891 and 1920. The most Saleem families were found in USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 4 Saleem families living in Massachusetts. This was about 22% of all the recorded Saleem's in USA. Massachusetts and 1 other state had the highest population of Saleem families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 357 census records available for the last name Saleem. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Saleem 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 296 immigration records available for the last name Saleem. 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 114 military records available for the last name Saleem. For the veterans among your Saleem ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Saleem lifespan?

Between 1961 and 2004, in the United States, Saleem life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1983, and highest in 1984. The average life expectancy for Saleem in 1961 was 72, and 69 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Saleem ancestors lived in harsh conditions. A short lifespan might also indicate health problems that were once prevalent in your family. The SSDI is a searchable database of more than 70 million names. You can find birthdates, death dates, addresses and more.

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