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Metrejean Family History

Metrejean Name 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: Petitjean, Prejean, Trojan, Meehan, St. Jean, Methven, Treen

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Where is the Metrejean family from?

You can see how Metrejean families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Metrejean family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Metrejean families living in Louisiana. This was 100% of all the recorded Metrejean's in USA. Louisiana had the highest population of Metrejean families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Metrejean surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.

What did your Metrejean ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Moss Picker was the top reported job for people in the USA named Metrejean. 78% of Metrejean men worked as a Moss Picker. .

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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 1940

  • Moss Picker
    78%
  • Fisherman
    23%
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Census Records

There are 115 census records available for the last name Metrejean. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Metrejean 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 2 immigration records available for the last name Metrejean. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the USA, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 12 military records available for the last name Metrejean. For the veterans among your Metrejean ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Metrejean lifespan?

Between 1962 and 2003, in the United States, Metrejean life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1962, and highest in 1972. The average life expectancy for Metrejean in 1962 was 35, and 78 in 2003.

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