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Epler Family History

Epler Surname Meaning

Altered form of German Eppler.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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Where is the Epler family from?

You can see how Epler families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Epler family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1840 and 1920. The most Epler families were found in USA in 1880. In 1840 there were 27 Epler families living in Pennsylvania. This was about 71% of all the recorded Epler's in USA. Pennsylvania had the highest population of Epler families in 1840.
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What did your Epler ancestors do for a living?

In 1939, Private Means was the top reported job for people in the United Kingdom named Epler. 100% of Epler women worked as a Private Means.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

Top Female Occupations In 1939

  • Private Means
    100%

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Census Records

There are 8,000 census records available for the last name Epler. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Epler 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 565 immigration records available for the last name Epler. 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 1,000 military records available for the last name Epler. For the veterans among your Epler ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Epler lifespan?

Between 1961 and 2004, in the United States, Epler life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1961, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Epler in 1961 was 34, and 84 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Epler 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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