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Zenthofer Family History

Zenthofer 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: Kelnhofer, Ringhofer, Genther, Longhofer, Zentner, Genthner

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Where is the Zenthofer family from?

You can see how Zenthofer families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Zenthofer family name was found in the USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 8 Zenthofer families living in Indiana. This was 100% of all the recorded Zenthofer's in USA. Indiana had the highest population of Zenthofer families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 28 census records available for the last name Zenthofer. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Zenthofer 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 2 immigration records available for the last name Zenthofer. 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 32 military records available for the last name Zenthofer. For the veterans among your Zenthofer ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Zenthofer lifespan?

Between 1968 and 2000, in the United States, Zenthofer life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1970, and highest in 2000. The average life expectancy for Zenthofer in 1968 was 76, and 86 in 2000.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Zenthofer 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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