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Pergakis Family History

Pergakis 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: Petrakis, Paradis, Pergande, Perkes, Gervais, Perales, Perras

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Where is the Pergakis family from?

You can see how Pergakis families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Pergakis family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Pergakis families living in Iowa. This was about 33% of all the recorded Pergakis's in USA. Iowa and 1 other state had the highest population of Pergakis families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 55 census records available for the last name Pergakis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Pergakis 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 25 immigration records available for the last name Pergakis. 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 40 military records available for the last name Pergakis. For the veterans among your Pergakis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Pergakis lifespan?

Between 1966 and 2004, in the United States, Pergakis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1971, and highest in 1986. The average life expectancy for Pergakis in 1966 was 68, and 80 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Pergakis 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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