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Federer Family History

Federer Surname Meaning

German, Swiss German, and Jewish (Ashkenazic) surnames often reflect occupational backgrounds. In this case, the name refers to a trader in feathers or quill pens.

The term suggests a connection to those who specialized in the trade of these materials, which were vital for writing and other crafts.

Additionally, the name can also denote an upholsterer, indicating a connection to the craft of furniture and textile work.

This occupational name is derived from the word Feder, which means 'feather' in German.

It incorporates the agent suffix -er, commonly used in German names to indicate someone who performs a particular action or job.

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


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Where is the Federer family from?

You can see how Federer families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Federer family name was found in the USA, the UK, Canada, and Scotland between 1840 and 1920. The most Federer families were found in and USA in 1880. In 1891 there were 6 Federer families living in Yorkshire. This was 100% of all the recorded Federer's in United Kingdom. Yorkshire had the highest population of Federer families in 1891.
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What did your Federer ancestors do for a living?

In 1939, Unpaid Domestic Duties was the top reported job for people in the United Kingdom named Federer. 100% of Federer women worked as an Unpaid Domestic Duties.

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Top Female Occupations In 1939

  • Unpaid Domestic Duties
    100%

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There are 2,000 census records available for the last name Federer. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Federer 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 841 immigration records available for the last name Federer. 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 926 military records available for the last name Federer. For the veterans among your Federer ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Federer lifespan?

Between 1958 and 2004, in the United States, Federer life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1958, and highest in 1992. The average life expectancy for Federer in 1958 was 23, and 72 in 2004.

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