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Paulus Family History

Paulus Surname Meaning

German, Walloon, Flemish, Dutch, and French (mainly Alsace, Lorraine, and Ardennes) are languages connected to the Latin form of the personal name Paul.

These variations in language highlight the cultural and linguistic diversity of regions influenced by the name Paul.

The name itself has several related forms, such as Bowlus and Paullus.

Each of these forms reflects a unique linguistic adaptation and regional usage over time.

Understanding the origins and variations of personal names can provide insight into historical and cultural connections among different communities.

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


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Where is the Paulus family from?

You can see how Paulus families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Paulus family name was found in the USA, the UK, Canada, and Scotland between 1840 and 1920. The most Paulus families were found in USA in 1880. In 1891 there were 8 Paulus families living in Lancashire. This was about 47% of all the recorded Paulus's in United Kingdom. Lancashire and 1 other county had the highest population of Paulus families in 1891.
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What did your Paulus ancestors do for a living?

In 1939, Unpaid Domestic Duties was the top reported job for people in the United Kingdom named Paulus. 100% of Paulus 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
    100%

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Census Records

There are 16,000 census records available for the last name Paulus. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Paulus 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 4,000 immigration records available for the last name Paulus. 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 8,000 military records available for the last name Paulus. For the veterans among your Paulus ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Paulus lifespan?

Between 1941 and 2004, in the United States, Paulus life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1950, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Paulus in 1941 was 49, and 75 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Paulus 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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