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Perlbach Family History

Perlbach 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: Gerlach, Perlich, Erbach, Gehlbach, Gersbach, Fernbach, Seelbach

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Where is the Perlbach family from?

You can see how Perlbach families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Perlbach family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Perlbach families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 9 Perlbach families living in New York. This was 100% of all the recorded Perlbach's in USA. New York had the highest population of Perlbach families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 58 census records available for the last name Perlbach. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Perlbach 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 39 immigration records available for the last name Perlbach. 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 21 military records available for the last name Perlbach. For the veterans among your Perlbach ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Perlbach lifespan?

Between 1969 and 1996, in the United States, Perlbach life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1996, and highest in 1969. The average life expectancy for Perlbach in 1969 was 72, and 63 in 1996.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Perlbach 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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