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Akst Family History

Akst 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: Ast, Bakst, Aust, Best, Post, Oest, Most, Last, Ash, Pust

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Where is the Akst family from?

You can see how Akst families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Akst family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 4 Akst families living in New York. This was about 80% of all the recorded Akst's in USA. New York had the highest population of Akst families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Akst surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 278 census records available for the last name Akst. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Akst 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 169 immigration records available for the last name Akst. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the UK, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 121 military records available for the last name Akst. For the veterans among your Akst ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Akst lifespan?

Between 1963 and 2004, in the United States, Akst life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1998, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Akst in 1963 was 69, and 83 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Akst ancestors lived in harsh conditions. A short lifespan might also indicate health problems that were once prevalent in your family. The SSDI is a searchable database of more than 70 million names. You can find birthdates, death dates, addresses and more.

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