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Metzgus Family History

Metzgus 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: Metzger, Metzgar, Metz, Metzner, Menzies, Fergus, Melhus, Matus

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Where is the Metzgus family from?

You can see how Metzgus families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Metzgus family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Metzgus families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 5 Metzgus families living in California. This was 100% of all the recorded Metzgus's in USA. California had the highest population of Metzgus families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 63 census records available for the last name Metzgus. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Metzgus 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 642 immigration records available for the last name Metzgus. 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 53 military records available for the last name Metzgus. For the veterans among your Metzgus ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Metzgus lifespan?

Between 1967 and 2004, in the United States, Metzgus life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2004, and highest in 1987. The average life expectancy for Metzgus in 1967 was 73, and 50 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Metzgus 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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