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Embke Family History

Embke 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: Lembke, Kemble, Eike, Elbe, Emde, Amble, Remke, Empie, Demske, Mike

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Where is the Embke family from?

You can see how Embke families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Embke family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Embke families living in California. This was 100% of all the recorded Embke's in USA. California had the highest population of Embke families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Embke 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 46 census records available for the last name Embke. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Embke 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 23 immigration records available for the last name Embke. 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 21 military records available for the last name Embke. For the veterans among your Embke ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Embke lifespan?

Between 1966 and 2004, in the United States, Embke life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1983, and highest in 1971. The average life expectancy for Embke in 1966 was 73, and 72 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Embke 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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