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Kennecker Family History

Kennecker 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: Keesecker, Renneker, Dannecker, Reinecker, Bernecker, Kennemer

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Where is the Kennecker family from?

You can see how Kennecker families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Kennecker family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Kennecker families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 8 Kennecker families living in Iowa. This was 100% of all the recorded Kennecker's in USA. Iowa had the highest population of Kennecker families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 44 census records available for the last name Kennecker. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Kennecker 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 3 immigration records available for the last name Kennecker. 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 Kennecker. For the veterans among your Kennecker ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Kennecker lifespan?

Between 1975 and 1977, in the United States, Kennecker life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1975, and highest in 1977. The average life expectancy for Kennecker in 1975 was 72, and 84 in 1977.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Kennecker 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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