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Kranzler Surname Meaning

German (mainly Kränzler) is an occupational name for a wreath maker or a habitational name for someone who lived in a house with the sign of a wreath. It derives from the Middle High German kranz(e)l and krenzel, meaning ‘wreath.’

The name features the agent suffix -er, indicating the profession or occupation of the individual. As such, it reflects a connection to the craft of wreath-making.

Additionally, Kränzler serves as a nickname for a vintner, specifically one who displayed a wreath at his house when the new wine was ready.

This tradition of using wreaths symbolizes the celebration and readiness of the wine, linking the name to both craftsmanship and festivities.

Overall, Kränzler carries with it a rich cultural heritage tied to viticulture and the artistry of wreath creation.

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


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You can see how Kranzler families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Kranzler family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1880 and 1920. The most Kranzler families were found in USA in 1920. In 1911 there were 2 Kranzler families living in Manitoba. This was 100% of all the recorded Kranzler's in Canada. Manitoba had the highest population of Kranzler families in 1911.
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What did your Kranzler ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Farmer and Housework were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Kranzler. 25% of Kranzler men worked as a Farmer and 25% of Kranzler women worked as a Housework. Some less common occupations for Americans named Kranzler were Manager and Clerk.

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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.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Farmer
    25%
  • Farm Laborer
    16%
  • Laborer
    10%
  • Manager
    10%

Top Female Occupations In 1940

  • Housework
    25%
  • Stenographer
    25%
  • Saleslady
    25%
  • Clerk
    25%

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There are 254 military records available for the last name Kranzler. For the veterans among your Kranzler ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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Between 1956 and 2004, in the United States, Kranzler life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1956, and highest in 2002. The average life expectancy for Kranzler in 1956 was 40, and 83 in 2004.

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