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Broederdorf Family History

Broederdorf 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: Oberdorf, Overdorf, Beyersdorf, Broeder, Broderson, Beversdorf

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Census Records

There are 51 census records available for the last name Broederdorf. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Broederdorf census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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There are 4 immigration records available for the last name Broederdorf. 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 6 military records available for the last name Broederdorf. For the veterans among your Broederdorf ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Broederdorf lifespan?

Between 1972 and 2003, in the United States, Broederdorf life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1977, and highest in 1979. The average life expectancy for Broederdorf in 1972 was 72, and 56 in 2003.

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