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Boissens Family History

Boissens Name 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: Boisseau, Bossen, Bissen, Coussens, Boisen, Goossens, Boisse, Bissell

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There are 5 census records available for the last name Boissens. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Boissens 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 1 immigration records available for the last name Boissens. 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 military records available for the last name Boissens. For the veterans among your Boissens ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Boissens lifespan?

Between 1973 and 1981, in the United States, Boissens life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1973, and highest in 1981. The average life expectancy for Boissens in 1973 was 75, and 80 in 1981.

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