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Fonick Family History

Fonick 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: Honick, Lovick, Fenwick, Monica, Senick, Fasick, Knick, Konik, Howick

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Where is the Fonick family from?

You can see how Fonick families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Fonick family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Fonick family living in Kentucky. This was about 50% of all the recorded Fonick's in USA. Kentucky and 1 other state had the highest population of Fonick families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 42 census records available for the last name Fonick. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Fonick 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 8 immigration records available for the last name Fonick. 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 16 military records available for the last name Fonick. For the veterans among your Fonick ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Fonick lifespan?

Between 1976 and 2003, in the United States, Fonick life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1982, and highest in 1978. The average life expectancy for Fonick in 1976 was 88, and 89 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Fonick 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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