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Posenecker Family History

Posenecker 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: Longenecker, Bosecker, Hornecker, Longnecker, Koenecke, Boedecker

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Where is the Posenecker family from?

You can see how Posenecker families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Posenecker family name was found in the USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 3 Posenecker families living in New York. This was 100% of all the recorded Posenecker's in USA. New York had the highest population of Posenecker families in 1880.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Posenecker 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 45 census records available for the last name Posenecker. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Posenecker 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 17 immigration records available for the last name Posenecker. 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 13 military records available for the last name Posenecker. For the veterans among your Posenecker ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Posenecker lifespan?

Between 1968 and 1984, in the United States, Posenecker life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1984, and highest in 1978. The average life expectancy for Posenecker in 1968 was 78, and 77 in 1984.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Posenecker 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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