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Van Kommer Family History

Van Kommer 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: Van Ormer, Van Wormer, Van Kampen, Van Over, Van Kooten, Van Order

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Census Records

There are 73 census records available for the last name Van Kommer. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Van Kommer 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 45 immigration records available for the last name Van Kommer. 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 28 military records available for the last name Van Kommer. For the veterans among your Van Kommer ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Van Kommer lifespan?

Between 1988 and 1993, in the United States, Van Kommer life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1993, and highest in 1988. The average life expectancy for Van Kommer in 1988 was 77, and 74 in 1993.

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