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Metlen Family History

Metlen 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: Metten, Medlen, Metzen, Metler, Mellen, Mullen, Mehle, Melin, Medley

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Where is the Metlen family from?

You can see how Metlen families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Metlen family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Metlen families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 7 Metlen families living in Montana. This was about 44% of all the recorded Metlen's in USA. Montana had the highest population of Metlen families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 151 census records available for the last name Metlen. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Metlen 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 28 immigration records available for the last name Metlen. 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 14 military records available for the last name Metlen. For the veterans among your Metlen ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Metlen lifespan?

Between 1966 and 2003, in the United States, Metlen life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2003, and highest in 1997. The average life expectancy for Metlen in 1966 was 68, and 67 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Metlen 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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