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Penlesky Family History

Penlesky 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: Selesky, Penley, Henley, Poleski, Tenley, Kenley, Pedley, Fenley

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Census Records

There are 7 census records available for the last name Penlesky. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Penlesky 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 2 immigration records available for the last name Penlesky. 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 11 military records available for the last name Penlesky. For the veterans among your Penlesky ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Penlesky lifespan?

Between 1968 and 2001, in the United States, Penlesky life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1968, and highest in 1991. The average life expectancy for Penlesky in 1968 was 69, and 73 in 2001.

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