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Thulin Family History

Thulin Surname Meaning

Swedish: ornamental name composed of the Latin name Thule denoting the Nordic countries.

This name features the adjectival suffix -in, which is a derivative of Latin -in(i)us.

The suffix -in indicates a relation or connection to the root name.

This suggests a cultural or geographical significance tied to the Nordic region.

Overall, the name reflects a blend of classical and regional influences.

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


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You can see how Thulin families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Thulin family name was found in the USA, the UK, Canada, and Scotland between 1871 and 1920. The most Thulin families were found in USA in 1920. In 1911 there were 14 Thulin families living in British Columbia. This was 100% of all the recorded Thulin's in Canada. British Columbia had the highest population of Thulin families in 1911.
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What did your Thulin ancestors do for a living?

In 1921, Trapper was the top reported job for people in the Canada named Thulin. 100% of Thulin men worked as a Trapper.

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Top Male Occupations In 1921

  • Trapper
    100%

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Census Records

There are 3,000 census records available for the last name Thulin. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Thulin 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 2,000 immigration records available for the last name Thulin. 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 624 military records available for the last name Thulin. For the veterans among your Thulin ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Thulin lifespan?

Between 1944 and 2004, in the United States, Thulin life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1957, and highest in 1996. The average life expectancy for Thulin in 1944 was 42, and 69 in 2004.

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