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Deghelder Family History

Deghelder 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: Helder, Gelder, De Heer, Degler, Dehler, Tegeler, Degeer, De Volder

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Census Records

There are 40 census records available for the last name Deghelder. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Deghelder 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 7 immigration records available for the last name Deghelder. 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 Deghelder. For the veterans among your Deghelder ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Deghelder lifespan?

Between 1963 and 2004, in the United States, Deghelder life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1989, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Deghelder in 1963 was 67, and 74 in 2004.

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