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Selmaier Family History

Selmaier 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: Stegmaier, Sellier, Neumaier, Selmer, Seller, Elmer, Helmer, Selman

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Census Records

There are 6 census records available for the last name Selmaier. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Selmaier 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 7 immigration records available for the last name Selmaier. 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 127 military records available for the last name Selmaier. For the veterans among your Selmaier ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Selmaier lifespan?

Between 1967 and 1968, in the United States, Selmaier life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1967, and highest in 1968. The average life expectancy for Selmaier in 1967 was 69, and 88 in 1968.

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