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Relka Family History

Relka 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: Belka, Rella, Pelka, Melka, Repka, Reza, Vela, Melia, Pella, Sella

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Where is the Relka family from?

You can see how Relka families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Relka family name was found in the USA between 1840 and 1920. The most Relka families were found in USA in 1880. In 1840 there were 2 Relka families living in Maryland. This was 100% of all the recorded Relka's in USA. Maryland had the highest population of Relka families in 1840.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Relka surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 34 census records available for the last name Relka. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Relka 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 20 immigration records available for the last name Relka. 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 2 military records available for the last name Relka. For the veterans among your Relka ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Relka lifespan?

Between 1961 and 2002, in the United States, Relka life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2002, and highest in 1972. The average life expectancy for Relka in 1961 was 42, and 38 in 2002.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Relka 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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