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Neklas Family History

Neklas 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: Niklas, Bellas, Nikolas, Klas, Nieblas, Mellas, Nelms, Neilan, Neals

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Where is the Neklas family from?

You can see how Neklas families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Neklas family name was found in the USA in 1880. In 1880 there was 1 Neklas family living in Wisconsin. This was 100% of all the recorded Neklas's in USA. Wisconsin had the highest population of Neklas families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 22 census records available for the last name Neklas. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Neklas 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 3 immigration records available for the last name Neklas. 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 Neklas. For the veterans among your Neklas ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Neklas lifespan?

Between 1968 and 1996, in the United States, Neklas life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1968, and highest in 1986. The average life expectancy for Neklas in 1968 was 78, and 86 in 1996.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Neklas 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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