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Getko Family History

Getko 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: Getto, Petko, Gero, Perko, Petro, Seto, Detro, Gelo, Keto, Benko

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Where is the Getko family from?

You can see how Getko families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Getko family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Getko family living in New York. This was 100% of all the recorded Getko's in USA. New York had the highest population of Getko families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Getko 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 36 census records available for the last name Getko. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Getko 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 12 immigration records available for the last name Getko. 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 4 military records available for the last name Getko. For the veterans among your Getko ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Getko lifespan?

Between 1978 and 2003, in the United States, Getko life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1989, and highest in 1978. The average life expectancy for Getko in 1978 was 90, and 73 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Getko 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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