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Dobberthien Family History

Dobberthien 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: Dobbertin, Dobberstein, Blethen, O'brien, Robertson, Dobbert, Worthen

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Where is the Dobberthien family from?

You can see how Dobberthien families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Dobberthien family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Dobberthien family living in Michigan. This was 100% of all the recorded Dobberthien's in USA. Michigan had the highest population of Dobberthien families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 118 census records available for the last name Dobberthien. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Dobberthien 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 49 immigration records available for the last name Dobberthien. 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 6 military records available for the last name Dobberthien. For the veterans among your Dobberthien ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Dobberthien lifespan?

Between 1971 and 2001, in the United States, Dobberthien life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2000, and highest in 1982. The average life expectancy for Dobberthien in 1971 was 73, and 70 in 2001.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Dobberthien 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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