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Altfeder Family History

Altfeder 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: Altmeyer, Alter, Alder, Kaltreider, Treder, Leder, Altherr, Altvater

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Where is the Altfeder family from?

You can see how Altfeder families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Altfeder family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Altfeder family living in New York. This was 100% of all the recorded Altfeder's in USA. New York had the highest population of Altfeder families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 16 census records available for the last name Altfeder. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Altfeder 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 41 immigration records available for the last name Altfeder. 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 6 military records available for the last name Altfeder. For the veterans among your Altfeder ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Altfeder lifespan?

Between 1984 and 1999, in the United States, Altfeder life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1984, and highest in 1986. The average life expectancy for Altfeder in 1984 was 62, and 78 in 1999.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Altfeder 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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