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Waltersdorph Family History

Waltersdorph 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: Waterworth, Allensworth, Altendorf, Waltermire, Watterson, Waterston

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What did your Waltersdorph ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Manager was the top reported job for people in the USA named Waltersdorph. 100% of Waltersdorph men worked as a Manager.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Manager
    100%

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Census Records

There are 36 census records available for the last name Waltersdorph. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Waltersdorph 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 21 immigration records available for the last name Waltersdorph. 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 2 military records available for the last name Waltersdorph. For the veterans among your Waltersdorph ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Waltersdorph lifespan?

Between 1966 and 1974, in the United States, Waltersdorph life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1966, and highest in 1974. The average life expectancy for Waltersdorph in 1966 was 63, and 92 in 1974.

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