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Elhoffer Family History

Elhoffer 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: Hoffer, Loffer, Huffer, Hoffner, Schiffer, Klopfer, Offer, Coffer

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Where is the Elhoffer family from?

You can see how Elhoffer families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Elhoffer family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 3 Elhoffer families living in Illinois. This was 100% of all the recorded Elhoffer's in USA. Illinois had the highest population of Elhoffer families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 55 census records available for the last name Elhoffer. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Elhoffer 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 Elhoffer. 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 12 military records available for the last name Elhoffer. For the veterans among your Elhoffer ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Elhoffer lifespan?

Between 1974 and 2004, in the United States, Elhoffer life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1990, and highest in 1985. The average life expectancy for Elhoffer in 1974 was 86, and 70 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Elhoffer 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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