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Wolthekker Family History

Wolthekker 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: Rothacker, Ostheimer, Toothaker, Westheimer, Olheiser, Holtmeyer

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Census Records

There are 13 census records available for the last name Wolthekker. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Wolthekker 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 36 immigration records available for the last name Wolthekker. 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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There are 3 military records available for the last name Wolthekker. For the veterans among your Wolthekker ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Wolthekker lifespan?

Between 1975 and 1981, in the United States, Wolthekker life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1981, and highest in 1975. The average life expectancy for Wolthekker in 1975 was 80, and 78 in 1981.

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