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Doerpfeld Family History

Doerpfeld Surname 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: Dornfeld, Kornfeld, Sternfeld, Herzfeld, Bergfeld, Denfeld, Bernfeld

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Census Records

There are 16 census records available for the last name Doerpfeld. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Doerpfeld 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 Doerpfeld. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the UK, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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

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What is the average Doerpfeld lifespan?

Between 1977 and 2001, in the United States, Doerpfeld life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1977, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Doerpfeld in 1977 was 72, and 74 in 2001.

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