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Motzl Family History

Motzl 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: Motz, Motil, Motel, Motl, Motyl, Mottl, Metz, Kotz, Mogul, Moll

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Census Records

There are 13 census records available for the last name Motzl. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Motzl 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 14 immigration records available for the last name Motzl. 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 9 military records available for the last name Motzl. For the veterans among your Motzl ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Motzl lifespan?

Between 1969 and 1984, in the United States, Motzl life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1983, and highest in 1969. The average life expectancy for Motzl in 1969 was 85, and 71 in 1984.

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