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Meermans Family History

Meermans 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: Moerman, Peerman, Deerman, Beerman, Merman, Hermans, Beermann

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Where is the Meermans family from?

You can see how Meermans families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Meermans family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Meermans families were found in and USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 4 Meermans families living in Ohio. This was 100% of all the recorded Meermans's in USA. Ohio had the highest population of Meermans families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 163 census records available for the last name Meermans. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Meermans 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 76 immigration records available for the last name Meermans. 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 81 military records available for the last name Meermans. For the veterans among your Meermans ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Meermans lifespan?

Between 1969 and 2003, in the United States, Meermans life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1976, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Meermans in 1969 was 77, and 87 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Meermans 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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