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Knappmeier Family History

Knappmeier 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: Kampmeier, Knapper, Nappier, Kappeler, Napper, Klapper, Napier

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Where is the Knappmeier family from?

You can see how Knappmeier families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Knappmeier family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 4 Knappmeier families living in Missouri. This was 100% of all the recorded Knappmeier's in USA. Missouri had the highest population of Knappmeier families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Knappmeier surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 53 census records available for the last name Knappmeier. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Knappmeier 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 Knappmeier. 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 6 military records available for the last name Knappmeier. For the veterans among your Knappmeier ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Knappmeier lifespan?

Between 1967 and 1983, in the United States, Knappmeier life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1967, and highest in 1979. The average life expectancy for Knappmeier in 1967 was 75, and 83 in 1983.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Knappmeier 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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