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Von Herr Family History

Von Herr 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: Von Berg, Van Hee, Landherr, Van Leer, Van Wert, Van Horn, Van Ert

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There are 98 census records available for the last name Von Herr. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Von Herr 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

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Average Von Herr life expectancy in 1988 was 93 years. This was higher than the general public life expectancy which was 74.

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