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Van Hattum Family History

Van Hattum 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: Van Natter, Van Haitsma, Van Patten, Van Dam, Van Putten, Van Vactor

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Census Records

There are 54 census records available for the last name Van Hattum. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Van Hattum 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 100 immigration records available for the last name Van Hattum. 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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There are 4 military records available for the last name Van Hattum. For the veterans among your Van Hattum ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Van Hattum lifespan?

Between 1980 and 1987, in the United States, Van Hattum life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1987, and highest in 1980. The average life expectancy for Van Hattum in 1980 was 93, and 63 in 1987.

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