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Inken Family History

Inken 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: Finken, Onken, Hinken, Winkel, Anker, Ken, Linden, Kinker, Inman

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Census Records

There are 67 census records available for the last name Inken. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Inken 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 16 immigration records available for the last name Inken. 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 6 military records available for the last name Inken. For the veterans among your Inken ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Inken lifespan?

Between 1976 and 1981, in the United States, Inken life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1976, and highest in 1981. The average life expectancy for Inken in 1976 was 71, and 87 in 1981.

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