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Diekhuis Family History

Diekhuis 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: Dykhuis, Nienhuis, Brekhus, Dieckhaus, Dickhaus, Niehus, Nyenhuis

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Where is the Diekhuis family from?

You can see how Diekhuis families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Diekhuis family name was found in the USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 6 Diekhuis families living in Michigan. This was 100% of all the recorded Diekhuis's in USA. Michigan had the highest population of Diekhuis families in 1880.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Diekhuis surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 15 census records available for the last name Diekhuis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Diekhuis 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 24 immigration records available for the last name Diekhuis. 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 Diekhuis. For the veterans among your Diekhuis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Diekhuis lifespan?

Between 1981 and 2003, in the United States, Diekhuis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1981, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Diekhuis in 1981 was 26, and 79 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Diekhuis 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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