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Woelfler Family History

Woelfler 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: Woelfle, Weller, Woller, Wolfer, Loeffler, Doerfler, Hoefler, Woelfel

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Where is the Woelfler family from?

You can see how Woelfler families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Woelfler family name was found in the USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 7 Woelfler families living in New York. This was 100% of all the recorded Woelfler's in USA. New York had the highest population of Woelfler families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 120 census records available for the last name Woelfler. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Woelfler 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 12 immigration records available for the last name Woelfler. 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 12 military records available for the last name Woelfler. For the veterans among your Woelfler ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Woelfler lifespan?

Between 1973 and 2004, in the United States, Woelfler life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1986, and highest in 1995. The average life expectancy for Woelfler in 1973 was 73, and 69 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Woelfler 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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