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Detzler Family History

Detzler Name Meaning

Probably a status name or occupational name for a tax collector from Middle High German taz ‘duty tax tribute’ (from Latin datium).

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


Similar surnames: Hertzler, Hetzler, Metzler, Betzler, Ditzler, Dietzler, Dotzler

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Where is the Detzler family from?

You can see how Detzler families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Detzler family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1880 and 1920. The most Detzler families were found in USA in 1880. In 1911 there were 17 Detzler families living in Ontario. This was about 94% of all the recorded Detzler's in Canada. Ontario had the highest population of Detzler families in 1911.
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What did your Detzler ancestors do for a living?

In 1921, Farmer was the top reported job for people in the Canada named Detzler. 100% of Detzler men worked as a Farmer. .

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

Top Male Occupations In 1921

  • Farmer
    100%
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Census Records

There are 1,000 census records available for the last name Detzler. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Detzler 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 68 immigration records available for the last name Detzler. 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 123 military records available for the last name Detzler. For the veterans among your Detzler ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Detzler lifespan?

Between 1955 and 2003, in the United States, Detzler life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1958, and highest in 1969. The average life expectancy for Detzler in 1955 was 47, and 53 in 2003.

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