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Anhofer Family History

Anhofer 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: Hofer, Schofer, Anker, Homer, Achter, Noser, Hober, Ander, Hover

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Where is the Anhofer family from?

You can see how Anhofer families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Anhofer family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Anhofer family living in Kentucky. This was about 50% of all the recorded Anhofer's in USA. Kentucky and 1 other state had the highest population of Anhofer families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 55 census records available for the last name Anhofer. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Anhofer 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 14 immigration records available for the last name Anhofer. 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 82 military records available for the last name Anhofer. For the veterans among your Anhofer ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Anhofer lifespan?

Between 1967 and 1990, in the United States, Anhofer life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1975, and highest in 1990. The average life expectancy for Anhofer in 1967 was 74, and 93 in 1990.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Anhofer 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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