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Volkstorf Family History

Volkstorf 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: Holtorf, Colston, Rolston, Goldstone, Holston, Volkov, Polster

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What did your Volkstorf ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Proprietor was the top reported job for people in the USA named Volkstorf. 100% of Volkstorf men worked as a Proprietor.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Proprietor
    100%

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Census Records

There are 90 census records available for the last name Volkstorf. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Volkstorf 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 8 immigration records available for the last name Volkstorf. 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 8 military records available for the last name Volkstorf. For the veterans among your Volkstorf ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Volkstorf lifespan?

Between 1972 and 1998, in the United States, Volkstorf life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1973, and highest in 1976. The average life expectancy for Volkstorf in 1972 was 75, and 80 in 1998.

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