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Brickey Family History

Brickey Surname Meaning

In some cases also a variant of Bricker a surname of German origin. Americanized form of northern French Brique Briquet or Bricquet: nickname for a hunter from Old French briquet ‘dog used in fox and badger hunting’.

Alternatively, it can refer to a madman from a diminutive of Old French bric ‘mad crazy’. This provides insight into the historical context and linguistic evolution of the surname Bricker.

The surname reflects a blend of cultural influences, illustrating the complex interplay of language and identity in the regions where it originated.

Such surnames often carry with them stories of the professions and characteristics of ancestors, linking modern individuals to their heritage.

Understanding these nuances can deepen one's appreciation for genealogy and the rich tapestry of family histories.

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


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Where is the Brickey family from?

You can see how Brickey families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Brickey family name was found in the USA, the UK, and Canada between 1840 and 1920. The most Brickey families were found in USA in 1880. In 1891 there were 8 Brickey families living in Glamorgan. This was about 38% of all the recorded Brickey's in United Kingdom. Glamorgan had the highest population of Brickey families in 1891.
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What did your Brickey ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer and Waitress were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Brickey. 23% of Brickey men worked as a Laborer and 17% of Brickey women worked as a Waitress. Some less common occupations for Americans named Brickey were Miner and Housework.

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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.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    23%
  • Farmer
    21%
  • Truck Driver
    5%
  • Miner
    5%

Top Female Occupations In 1940

  • Waitress
    17%
  • Housekeeper
    15%
  • Housewife
    15%
  • Housework
    12%

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Census Records

There are 9,000 census records available for the last name Brickey. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Brickey 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 308 immigration records available for the last name Brickey. 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 2,000 military records available for the last name Brickey. For the veterans among your Brickey ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Brickey lifespan?

Between 1944 and 2004, in the United States, Brickey life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1944, and highest in 2002. The average life expectancy for Brickey in 1944 was 23, and 69 in 2004.

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