This page needs Javascript enabled in order to work properly. Click here for instructions on how to enable it in your browser.
Surname Header Image
Get access to Metwier family records.Start a 14-Day Free Trial

Metwier Family History

Metwier 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: Metzner, Meier, Metivier, Metayer, Mettler, Metteer, Meter, Metzger

Search for a relative to learn more about your family history.

Hint: Try searching for a relative alive in 1940.

Where is the Metwier family from?

You can see how Metwier families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Metwier family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 3 Metwier families living in New Hampshire. This was about 75% of all the recorded Metwier's in USA. New Hampshire had the highest population of Metwier families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Metwier surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
Mapbox
© Mapbox © OpenStreetMap Improve this map

What did your Metwier ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Teacher was the top reported job for people in the USA named Metwier. 100% of Metwier women worked as a Teacher.

View Census Data for Metwier | Data not to scale

*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

United States shown, England data unavailable

Top Female Occupations In 1940

  • Teacher
    100%

What Metwier family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 50 census records available for the last name Metwier. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Metwier census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

Search UK census records for Metwier

Passenger Lists

There are 11 immigration records available for the last name Metwier. 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.

View all Metwier immigration records

Draft Cards

There are 1,000 military records available for the last name Metwier. For the veterans among your Metwier ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

View all Metwier military records

You've only scratched the surface of Metwier family history

Discover More

What is the average Metwier lifespan?

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Metwier 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.

Social Security Death Index (SSDI) for Metwier

Discover the unique achievements of ancestors in the Metwier family tree

Explore Your Tree
Search for another surname
Enter last name/surname
Start a 14-Day Free Trial