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Dehodgester Family History

Dehodgester 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: De Meester, De Geyter, Chidester, Deerwester, Chedester, Dearwester

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There are 1 census records available for the last name Dehodgester. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Dehodgester census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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What is the average Dehodgester lifespan?

Between 1977 and 2002, in the United States, Dehodgester life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2002, and highest in 1977. The average life expectancy for Dehodgester in 1977 was 89, and 88 in 2002.

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