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Prevetz Family History

Prevetz 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: Prevett, Privett, Pretz, Reetz, Peveto, Peetz, Peretz, Previte

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Census Records

There are 24 census records available for the last name Prevetz. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Prevetz 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 6 immigration records available for the last name Prevetz. 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 6 military records available for the last name Prevetz. For the veterans among your Prevetz ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Prevetz lifespan?

Between 1964 and 1976, in the United States, Prevetz life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1970, and highest in 1968. The average life expectancy for Prevetz in 1964 was 74, and 63 in 1976.

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