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Nametz Family History

Nametz 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: Nemetz, Nameth, Metz, Netz, Samet, Nantz, Gamet, Raetz, Nemeth

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Where is the Nametz family from?

You can see how Nametz families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Nametz family name was found in the USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 5 Nametz families living in Michigan. This was about 83% of all the recorded Nametz's in USA. Michigan had the highest population of Nametz families in 1880.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Nametz surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.

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Census Records

There are 153 census records available for the last name Nametz. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Nametz 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 Nametz. 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 39 military records available for the last name Nametz. For the veterans among your Nametz ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Nametz lifespan?

Between 1969 and 1995, in the United States, Nametz life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1976, and highest in 1978. The average life expectancy for Nametz in 1969 was 80, and 72 in 1995.

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