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Menhofer Family History

Menhofer 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: Kelnhofer, Menger, Mentzer, Mynhier, Seehafer, Hofer, Mechler

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Where is the Menhofer family from?

You can see how Menhofer families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Menhofer family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Menhofer families living in New York. This was 100% of all the recorded Menhofer's in USA. New York had the highest population of Menhofer families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 31 census records available for the last name Menhofer. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Menhofer 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 20 immigration records available for the last name Menhofer. 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 141 military records available for the last name Menhofer. For the veterans among your Menhofer ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Menhofer lifespan?

Between 1962 and 1975, in the United States, Menhofer life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1972, and highest in 1975. The average life expectancy for Menhofer in 1962 was 76, and 78 in 1975.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Menhofer 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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