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Denhoffer Family History

Denhoffer 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 Hoff, Kelnhofer, Dudenhoeffer, Denoyer, Hoffer, Lenhoff, Benhoff

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Census Records

There are 37 census records available for the last name Denhoffer. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Denhoffer 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 20 immigration records available for the last name Denhoffer. 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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There are 4 military records available for the last name Denhoffer. For the veterans among your Denhoffer ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Denhoffer lifespan?

Between 1972 and 1995, in the United States, Denhoffer life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1972, and highest in 1995. The average life expectancy for Denhoffer in 1972 was 32, and 90 in 1995.

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