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Preitkis Family History

Preitkis 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: Prentis, Politis, Preis, Freitas, Pettis, Preiss, Petkus, Prestia

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Where is the Preitkis family from?

You can see how Preitkis families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Preitkis family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Preitkis families living in California. This was 100% of all the recorded Preitkis's in USA. California had the highest population of Preitkis families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 39 census records available for the last name Preitkis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Preitkis 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 4 immigration records available for the last name Preitkis. 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 5 military records available for the last name Preitkis. For the veterans among your Preitkis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Preitkis lifespan?

Between 1987 and 1995, in the United States, Preitkis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1995, and highest in 1987. The average life expectancy for Preitkis in 1987 was 88, and 71 in 1995.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Preitkis 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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