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Shmelter Family History

Shmelter 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: Schmelter, Shecter, Schmelzer, Stelter, Hoelter, Sheler, Selter

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Census Records

There are 25 census records available for the last name Shmelter. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Shmelter 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

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There are 2 military records available for the last name Shmelter. For the veterans among your Shmelter ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Shmelter lifespan?

Between 1978 and 2000, in the United States, Shmelter life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1995, and highest in 2000. The average life expectancy for Shmelter in 1978 was 73, and 99 in 2000.

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