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Klemyer Family History

Klemyer 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: Klemmer, Klepper, Klever, Kleber, Kemper, Kleiber, Kemner, Kleier

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Census Records

There are 36 census records available for the last name Klemyer. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Klemyer 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 6 immigration records available for the last name Klemyer. 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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There are 11 military records available for the last name Klemyer. For the veterans among your Klemyer ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Klemyer lifespan?

Between 1968 and 1981, in the United States, Klemyer life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1968, and highest in 1981. The average life expectancy for Klemyer in 1968 was 76, and 86 in 1981.

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