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Detterick Family History

Detterick 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: Dederick, Deatrick, Detrick, Deitrick, Deaderick, Hettrick, Derrick

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Where is the Detterick family from?

You can see how Detterick families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Detterick family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Detterick families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 7 Detterick families living in Michigan. This was about 54% of all the recorded Detterick's in USA. Michigan had the highest population of Detterick families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 133 census records available for the last name Detterick. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Detterick 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 2 immigration records available for the last name Detterick. 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 20 military records available for the last name Detterick. For the veterans among your Detterick ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Detterick lifespan?

Between 1977 and 1985, in the United States, Detterick life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1985, and highest in 1977. The average life expectancy for Detterick in 1977 was 88, and 71 in 1985.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Detterick 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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