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Goetzger Family History

Goetzger 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: Metzger, Goetzinger, Goetter, Roetzer, Goelzer, Goetzke, Roettger

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Where is the Goetzger family from?

You can see how Goetzger families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Goetzger family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Goetzger families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 4 Goetzger families living in New York. This was 100% of all the recorded Goetzger's in USA. New York had the highest population of Goetzger families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 144 census records available for the last name Goetzger. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Goetzger 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 Goetzger. 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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Draft Cards

There are 25 military records available for the last name Goetzger. For the veterans among your Goetzger ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Goetzger lifespan?

Between 1974 and 2002, in the United States, Goetzger life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1979, and highest in 2002. The average life expectancy for Goetzger in 1974 was 63, and 86 in 2002.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Goetzger 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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