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Bernsmeier Family History

Bernsmeier 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: Berkemeier, Bergmeier, Bernstein, Bernier, Burgmeier, Brunmeier

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Where is the Bernsmeier family from?

You can see how Bernsmeier families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Bernsmeier family name was found in Canada in 1911. In 1911 there were 4 Bernsmeier families living in Quebec. This was 100% of all the recorded Bernsmeier's in Canada. Quebec had the highest population of Bernsmeier families in 1911.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Bernsmeier surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.

What did your Bernsmeier ancestors do for a living?

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

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Farmer
    100%
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Census Records

There are 70 census records available for the last name Bernsmeier. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Bernsmeier 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 8 immigration records available for the last name Bernsmeier. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the USA, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 7 military records available for the last name Bernsmeier. For the veterans among your Bernsmeier ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Bernsmeier lifespan?

Between 1968 and 1999, in the United States, Bernsmeier life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1968, and highest in 1995. The average life expectancy for Bernsmeier in 1968 was 74, and 78 in 1999.

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