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Retzker Family History

Retzker 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: Retzer, Metzker, Metzner, Recker, Fetzer, Setzer, Reker, Kretzer

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Where is the Retzker family from?

You can see how Retzker families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Retzker family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Retzker families living in New York. This was 100% of all the recorded Retzker's in USA. New York had the highest population of Retzker families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Retzker 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 57 census records available for the last name Retzker. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Retzker 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 44 immigration records available for the last name Retzker. 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 10 military records available for the last name Retzker. For the veterans among your Retzker ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Retzker lifespan?

Between 1978 and 1995, in the United States, Retzker life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1981, and highest in 1993. The average life expectancy for Retzker in 1978 was 86, and 89 in 1995.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Retzker 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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