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Merkovsky Family History

Merkovsky 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: Makovsky, Markowski, Orlovsky, Perkowski, Morosky, Bernosky, Makosky

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Where is the Merkovsky family from?

Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Merkovsky surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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What did your Merkovsky ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer was the top reported job for people in the USA named Merkovsky. 100% of Merkovsky men worked as a Laborer.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    100%

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Census Records

There are 41 census records available for the last name Merkovsky. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Merkovsky 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 19 immigration records available for the last name Merkovsky. 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 7 military records available for the last name Merkovsky. For the veterans among your Merkovsky ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Merkovsky lifespan?

Between 1963 and 1998, in the United States, Merkovsky life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1974, and highest in 1990. The average life expectancy for Merkovsky in 1963 was 69, and 76 in 1998.

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