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Thorbrogger Family History

Thorbrogger 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: Thornbrough, Moosbrugger, Thrower, Thorner, Harrower, Corbridge

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Where is the Thorbrogger family from?

You can see how Thorbrogger families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Thorbrogger family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 3 Thorbrogger families living in Illinois. This was 100% of all the recorded Thorbrogger's in USA. Illinois had the highest population of Thorbrogger families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Thorbrogger 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 46 census records available for the last name Thorbrogger. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Thorbrogger 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 29 immigration records available for the last name Thorbrogger. 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 9 military records available for the last name Thorbrogger. For the veterans among your Thorbrogger ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Thorbrogger lifespan?

Between 1978 and 1999, in the United States, Thorbrogger life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1978, and highest in 1986. The average life expectancy for Thorbrogger in 1978 was 58, and 76 in 1999.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Thorbrogger 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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