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Katkus Family History

Katkus 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: Kakos, Malkus, Backus, Matus, Kalmus, Barkus, Kaus, Kallus, Kates

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Where is the Katkus family from?

You can see how Katkus families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Katkus family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Katkus family living in Massachusetts. This was about 33% of all the recorded Katkus's in USA. Massachusetts and 2 other states had the highest population of Katkus families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 64 census records available for the last name Katkus. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Katkus 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 45 immigration records available for the last name Katkus. 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 18 military records available for the last name Katkus. For the veterans among your Katkus ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Katkus lifespan?

Between 1963 and 2003, in the United States, Katkus life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1975, and highest in 1997. The average life expectancy for Katkus in 1963 was 70, and 83 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Katkus 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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