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Preninger Family History

Preninger 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: Greninger, Reninger, Peninger, Pfenninger, Groninger, Penninger

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Where is the Preninger family from?

You can see how Preninger families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Preninger family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Preninger families were found in USA in 1920. In 1880 there were 2 Preninger families living in New York. This was 100% of all the recorded Preninger's in USA. New York had the highest population of Preninger families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 38 census records available for the last name Preninger. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Preninger 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 24 immigration records available for the last name Preninger. 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 11 military records available for the last name Preninger. For the veterans among your Preninger ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Preninger lifespan?

Between 1970 and 1976, in the United States, Preninger life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1976, and highest in 1970. The average life expectancy for Preninger in 1970 was 69, and 63 in 1976.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Preninger 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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