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Dettleff Family History

Dettleff 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: Dettlaff, Dettloff, Dethlefs, Dethloff, Detloff, Nettle, Mettler

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Where is the Dettleff family from?

You can see how Dettleff families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Dettleff family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Dettleff families living in Missouri. This was 100% of all the recorded Dettleff's in USA. Missouri had the highest population of Dettleff families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 100 census records available for the last name Dettleff. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Dettleff 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 72 immigration records available for the last name Dettleff. 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 45 military records available for the last name Dettleff. For the veterans among your Dettleff ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Dettleff lifespan?

Between 1965 and 1995, in the United States, Dettleff life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1983, and highest in 1965. The average life expectancy for Dettleff in 1965 was 92, and 72 in 1995.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Dettleff 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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