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Degenford Family History

Degenford 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: Dunford, Beresford, Hereford, Gepford, Benford, Seekford, Devenport

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Where is the Degenford family from?

You can see how Degenford families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Degenford family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Degenford families living in Illinois. This was about 67% of all the recorded Degenford's in USA. Illinois had the highest population of Degenford families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 36 census records available for the last name Degenford. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Degenford 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 3 immigration records available for the last name Degenford. 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 Degenford. For the veterans among your Degenford ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Degenford lifespan?

Between 1969 and 2000, in the United States, Degenford life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1974, and highest in 1996. The average life expectancy for Degenford in 1969 was 76, and 85 in 2000.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Degenford 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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