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Trefcer Family History

Trefcer 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: Treder, Trenner, Tretter, Treiber, Trester, Tremper, Reecer, Treece

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Where is the Trefcer family from?

You can see how Trefcer families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Trefcer family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Trefcer families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 10 Trefcer families living in New York. This was 100% of all the recorded Trefcer's in USA. New York had the highest population of Trefcer families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 86 census records available for the last name Trefcer. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Trefcer 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 25 immigration records available for the last name Trefcer. 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 17 military records available for the last name Trefcer. For the veterans among your Trefcer ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Trefcer lifespan?

Between 1972 and 2002, in the United States, Trefcer life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1982, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Trefcer in 1972 was 65, and 84 in 2002.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Trefcer 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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