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Neiens Family History

Neiens 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: Neuens, Neyens, Nevens, Heien, Nies, Nemes, Neves, Nevers, Lebens

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Census Records

There are 61 census records available for the last name Neiens. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Neiens 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 10 immigration records available for the last name Neiens. 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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There are 14 military records available for the last name Neiens. For the veterans among your Neiens ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Neiens lifespan?

Between 1963 and 2004, in the United States, Neiens life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2004, and highest in 1995. The average life expectancy for Neiens in 1963 was 70, and 62 in 2004.

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