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Skema Family History

Skema 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: Skemp, Shema, Kemp, Shima, Sama, Seda, Sera, Okuma, Sena, Skehan

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Census Records

There are 30 census records available for the last name Skema. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Skema 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 26 immigration records available for the last name Skema. 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 7 military records available for the last name Skema. For the veterans among your Skema ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Skema lifespan?

Between 1970 and 2001, in the United States, Skema life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1970, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Skema in 1970 was 78, and 86 in 2001.

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