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Michaelis Family History

Michaelis Surname Meaning

German Dutch and Jewish: Latinized (humanistic) patronymic from the personal name Michael.

As a surname of German origin it is also found in the German-speaking part of Wallonia (Belgium).

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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Where is the Michaelis family from?

You can see how Michaelis families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Michaelis family name was found in the USA, the UK, Canada, and Scotland between 1841 and 1920. The most Michaelis families were found in USA in 1920. In 1891 there were 41 Michaelis families living in London. This was about 85% of all the recorded Michaelis's in United Kingdom. London had the highest population of Michaelis families in 1891.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Michaelis surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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What did your Michaelis ancestors do for a living?

In 1939, Unpaid Domestic Duties was the top reported job for people in the United Kingdom named Michaelis. 74% of Michaelis women worked as an Unpaid Domestic Duties.

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

Top Female Occupations In 1939

  • Unpaid Domestic Duties
    74%
  • Private Means
    20%
  • Cook General
    7%

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Census Records

There are 14,000 census records available for the last name Michaelis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Michaelis 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 7,000 immigration records available for the last name Michaelis. 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 14,000 military records available for the last name Michaelis. For the veterans among your Michaelis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Michaelis lifespan?

Between 1952 and 2004, in the United States, Michaelis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1952, and highest in 1995. The average life expectancy for Michaelis in 1952 was 29, and 74 in 2004.

View Social Security Death Index (SSDI) for Michaelis

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Michaelis 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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