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Dekruyf Family History

Dekruyf 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: Dery, Derry, De Gruy, Deary, Debruhl, De Rolf, Deroy, Deery, Teruya

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Census Records

There are 44 census records available for the last name Dekruyf. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Dekruyf 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 10 immigration records available for the last name Dekruyf. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in Canada, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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There are 7 military records available for the last name Dekruyf. For the veterans among your Dekruyf ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Dekruyf lifespan?

Between 1968 and 2003, in the United States, Dekruyf life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1984, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Dekruyf in 1968 was 44, and 78 in 2003.

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