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Neyer Family History

Neyer Surname Meaning

German, Swiss German, and Jewish (Ashkenazic) are occupational names for a tailor.

They derive from an agent derivative of Middle High German næjen, which means ‘to embroider’ or ‘to sew’.

Alternatively, the name can also be traced back to Yiddish neyen, which translates to ‘to sew’.

The term highlights the craft of tailoring, reflecting the skills associated with this profession.

This linguistic heritage underscores the cultural significance of tailoring in these communities.

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


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You can see how Neyer families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Neyer family name was found in the USA, the UK, and Canada between 1880 and 1920. The most Neyer families were found in USA in 1920. In 1891 there were 10 Neyer families living in Berkshire. This was about 43% of all the recorded Neyer's in United Kingdom. Berkshire had the highest population of Neyer families in 1891.
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What did your Neyer ancestors do for a living?

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

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Top Female Occupations In 1939

  • Unpaid Domestic Duties
    100%

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Passenger Lists

There are 1,000 immigration records available for the last name Neyer. 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 1,000 military records available for the last name Neyer. For the veterans among your Neyer ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Neyer lifespan?

Between 1954 and 2004, in the United States, Neyer life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1957, and highest in 1973. The average life expectancy for Neyer in 1954 was 53, and 57 in 2004.

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