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Penneger Family History

Penneger 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: Penner, Penninger, Renneker, Pennoyer, Kennemer, Henniger, Peninger

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Where is the Penneger family from?

You can see how Penneger families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Penneger family name was found in the USA, and the UK between 1840 and 1891. The most Penneger families were found in USA in 1880. In 1891 there were 3 Penneger families living in Gloucestershire. This was about 60% of all the recorded Penneger's in United Kingdom. Gloucestershire had the highest population of Penneger families in 1891.
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Census Records

There are 106 census records available for the last name Penneger. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Penneger 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 Penneger. 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 3 military records available for the last name Penneger. For the veterans among your Penneger ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Penneger lifespan?

Between 1974 and 2004, in the United States, Penneger life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2004, and highest in 1974. The average life expectancy for Penneger in 1974 was 82, and 57 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Penneger 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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