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Getke Family History

Getke 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: Betke, Geske, Gerke, Gee, Berke, Leake, Petre, Denke, Goike, Eike

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Where is the Getke family from?

You can see how Getke families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Getke family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Getke families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 9 Getke families living in Wisconsin. This was about 75% of all the recorded Getke's in USA. Wisconsin had the highest population of Getke families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 122 census records available for the last name Getke. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Getke 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 20 immigration records available for the last name Getke. 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 17 military records available for the last name Getke. For the veterans among your Getke ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Getke lifespan?

Between 1964 and 2001, in the United States, Getke life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1974, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Getke in 1964 was 85, and 91 in 2001.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Getke 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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