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Patkes Family History

Patkes 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: Parkes, Pates, Gates, Pate, Paske, Packer, Patek, Patel, Takes, Mates

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Where is the Patkes family from?

You can see how Patkes families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Patkes family name was found in the USA, and the UK between 1891 and 1920. The most Patkes families were found in United Kingdom in 1891. In 1891 there were 3 Patkes families living in Worcestershire. This was 100% of all the recorded Patkes's in United Kingdom. Worcestershire had the highest population of Patkes families in 1891.
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Census Records

There are 60 census records available for the last name Patkes. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Patkes 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 12 immigration records available for the last name Patkes. 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 4 military records available for the last name Patkes. For the veterans among your Patkes ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Patkes lifespan?

Between 1996 and 1997, in the United States, Patkes life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1997, and highest in 1996. The average life expectancy for Patkes in 1996 was 77, and 54 in 1997.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Patkes 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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