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Pettmann Family History

Pettmann 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: Dettmann, Portmann, Pittman, Bethmann, Heitmann, Wittmann, Ottmann

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Where is the Pettmann family from?

You can see how Pettmann families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Pettmann family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 3 Pettmann families living in Washington. This was 100% of all the recorded Pettmann's in USA. Washington had the highest population of Pettmann families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 153 census records available for the last name Pettmann. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Pettmann 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 51 immigration records available for the last name Pettmann. 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 6 military records available for the last name Pettmann. For the veterans among your Pettmann ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Pettmann lifespan?

Between 1971 and 1990, in the United States, Pettmann life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1971, and highest in 1990. The average life expectancy for Pettmann in 1971 was 74, and 87 in 1990.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Pettmann 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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