About Dethlefsen
The surname Dethlefsen is of German origin and is derived from the personal name Detlef, which itself is a combination of the elements "diet," meaning "people," and "lef," meaning "heir" or "descendant." Therefore, the meaning of the surname Dethlefsen can be interpreted as "descendant or heir of the people."
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The surname Dethlefsen is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Dethlefsen based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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