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Achtermeier Family History

Achtermeier 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: Ostermeier, Angermeier, Schiermeyer, Schreier, Achterberg, Schermer

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Where is the Achtermeier family from?

You can see how Achtermeier families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Achtermeier family name was found in the USA in 1880. In 1880 there was 1 Achtermeier family living in Ohio. This was 100% of all the recorded Achtermeier's in USA. Ohio had the highest population of Achtermeier families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 12 census records available for the last name Achtermeier. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Achtermeier 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 35 immigration records available for the last name Achtermeier. 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 10 military records available for the last name Achtermeier. For the veterans among your Achtermeier ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Achtermeier lifespan?

Between 1963 and 1986, in the United States, Achtermeier life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1970, and highest in 1986. The average life expectancy for Achtermeier in 1963 was 80, and 87 in 1986.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Achtermeier 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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