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Drachenfels Family History

Drachenfels 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: Drachenberg, Lichtenfels, Brachfeld, Ockenfels, Deschenes, Rachels

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Where is the Drachenfels family from?

You can see how Drachenfels families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Drachenfels family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Drachenfels family living in Michigan. This was 100% of all the recorded Drachenfels's in USA. Michigan had the highest population of Drachenfels families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Drachenfels surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 23 census records available for the last name Drachenfels. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Drachenfels 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 18 immigration records available for the last name Drachenfels. 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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Draft Cards

There are 18 military records available for the last name Drachenfels. For the veterans among your Drachenfels ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Drachenfels lifespan?

Between 1971 and 1987, in the United States, Drachenfels life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1987, and highest in 1971. The average life expectancy for Drachenfels in 1971 was 77, and 67 in 1987.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Drachenfels ancestors lived in harsh conditions. A short lifespan might also indicate health problems that were once prevalent in your family. The SSDI is a searchable database of more than 70 million names. You can find birthdates, death dates, addresses and more.

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