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Blekkenk Family History

Blekkenk 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: Brekken, Blethen, Blenker, Blecker, Brekke, Blegen, Bakken, Becken

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Where is the Blekkenk family from?

You can see how Blekkenk families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Blekkenk family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 4 Blekkenk families living in New York. This was 100% of all the recorded Blekkenk's in USA. New York had the highest population of Blekkenk families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 71 census records available for the last name Blekkenk. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Blekkenk 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 642 immigration records available for the last name Blekkenk. 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 24 military records available for the last name Blekkenk. For the veterans among your Blekkenk ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Blekkenk lifespan?

Between 1970 and 2001, in the United States, Blekkenk life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1972, and highest in 1987. The average life expectancy for Blekkenk in 1970 was 78, and 64 in 2001.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Blekkenk 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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