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Ekeson Family History

Ekeson 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: Okeson, Elson, Kelson, Beeson, Akerson, Oveson, Teson, Enerson

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Where is the Ekeson family from?

You can see how Ekeson families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Ekeson family name was found in the USA in 1880. In 1880 there was 1 Ekeson family living in Kansas. This was 100% of all the recorded Ekeson's in USA. Kansas had the highest population of Ekeson families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 44 census records available for the last name Ekeson. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Ekeson 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 7 immigration records available for the last name Ekeson. 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 military records available for the last name Ekeson. For the veterans among your Ekeson ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Ekeson lifespan?

Between 1963 and 1991, in the United States, Ekeson life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1989, and highest in 1991. The average life expectancy for Ekeson in 1963 was 65, and 94 in 1991.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Ekeson 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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