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Hellekes Family History

Hellekes 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: Hellems, Heltemes, Heller, Helle, Hellweg, Hellings, Hellen, Hellem

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Where is the Hellekes family from?

You can see how Hellekes families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Hellekes family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Hellekes families living in Illinois. This was about 50% of all the recorded Hellekes's in USA. Illinois and 1 other state had the highest population of Hellekes families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 41 census records available for the last name Hellekes. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Hellekes 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 6 immigration records available for the last name Hellekes. 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 15 military records available for the last name Hellekes. For the veterans among your Hellekes ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Hellekes lifespan?

Between 1967 and 1993, in the United States, Hellekes life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1967, and highest in 1993. The average life expectancy for Hellekes in 1967 was 79, and 96 in 1993.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Hellekes 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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