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Likins Family History

Likins Surname Meaning

Variant of Lykins a surname of Swedish origin.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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Where is the Likins family from?

You can see how Likins families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Likins family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1840 and 1920. The most Likins families were found in USA in 1880. In 1840 there were 5 Likins families living in Ohio. This was about 42% of all the recorded Likins's in USA. Ohio had the highest population of Likins families in 1840.
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What did your Likins ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer and Clerk were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Likins. 20% of Likins men worked as a Laborer and 16% of Likins women worked as a Clerk. Some less common occupations for Americans named Likins were Timberman and Manager.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    20%
  • Salesman
    17%
  • Farmer
    15%
  • Timberman
    5%

Top Female Occupations In 1940

  • Clerk
    16%
  • Housewife
    11%
  • Saleswoman
    11%
  • Manager
    11%

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Census Records

There are 4,000 census records available for the last name Likins. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Likins 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 181 immigration records available for the last name Likins. 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 733 military records available for the last name Likins. For the veterans among your Likins ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Likins lifespan?

Between 1944 and 2004, in the United States, Likins life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1944, and highest in 2000. The average life expectancy for Likins in 1944 was 43, and 79 in 2004.

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