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Achterfeld Family History

Achterfeld 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: Achterberg, Schoenfeld, Winterfeld, Lichtenfeld, Westerfeld, Achter

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Where is the Achterfeld family from?

You can see how Achterfeld families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Achterfeld family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Achterfeld families living in Illinois. This was about 67% of all the recorded Achterfeld's in USA. Illinois had the highest population of Achterfeld families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Achterfeld surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 50 census records available for the last name Achterfeld. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Achterfeld 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 17 immigration records available for the last name Achterfeld. 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 25 military records available for the last name Achterfeld. For the veterans among your Achterfeld ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Achterfeld lifespan?

Between 1980 and 1985, in the United States, Achterfeld life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1985, and highest in 1980. The average life expectancy for Achterfeld in 1980 was 83, and 67 in 1985.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Achterfeld 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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