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Prochaski Family History

Prochaski 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: Prochaska, Prochazka, Prohaska, Grocholski, Pociask, Kochanski

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Where is the Prochaski family from?

You can see how Prochaski families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Prochaski family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Prochaski family living in New York. This was about 50% of all the recorded Prochaski's in USA. New York and 1 other state had the highest population of Prochaski families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 87 census records available for the last name Prochaski. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Prochaski 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 11 immigration records available for the last name Prochaski. 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 37 military records available for the last name Prochaski. For the veterans among your Prochaski ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Prochaski lifespan?

Between 1981 and 1998, in the United States, Prochaski life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1981, and highest in 1998. The average life expectancy for Prochaski in 1981 was 37, and 89 in 1998.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Prochaski 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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