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Erklenz Family History

Erklenz 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: Klenz, Lenz, Ellen, Ellena, Grenz, Klenk, Erland, Arlen, Krenz

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Census Records

There are 23 census records available for the last name Erklenz. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Erklenz 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

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There are 2 military records available for the last name Erklenz. For the veterans among your Erklenz ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Erklenz lifespan?

Between 1975 and 2000, in the United States, Erklenz life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1975, and highest in 1998. The average life expectancy for Erklenz in 1975 was 62, and 85 in 2000.

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