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Chekanowsky Family History

Chekanowsky 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: Chrzanowski, Chernesky, Chojnowski, Janowsky, Czechowski, Baranowski

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Census Records

There are 12 census records available for the last name Chekanowsky. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Chekanowsky 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 3 immigration records available for the last name Chekanowsky. 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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There are 4 military records available for the last name Chekanowsky. For the veterans among your Chekanowsky ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Chekanowsky lifespan?

Between 1973 and 1999, in the United States, Chekanowsky life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1978, and highest in 1973. The average life expectancy for Chekanowsky in 1973 was 84, and 74 in 1999.

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