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Sykas Family History

Sykas Surname Meaning

Greek: occupational name for a grower or seller of figs from Greek siko ‘fig’ (classical Greek sykon) + the occupational suffix -as.

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Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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Where is the Sykas family from?

You can see how Sykas families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Sykas family name was found in the UK in 1891. In 1891 there were 4 Sykas families living in London. This was about 57% of all the recorded Sykas's in United Kingdom. London had the highest population of Sykas families in 1891.
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What did your Sykas ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Farming was the top reported job for people in the USA named Sykas. 100% of Sykas men worked as a Farming.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Farming
    100%

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Census Records

There are 144 census records available for the last name Sykas. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Sykas 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 44 immigration records available for the last name Sykas. 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 17 military records available for the last name Sykas. For the veterans among your Sykas ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Sykas lifespan?

Between 1968 and 2003, in the United States, Sykas life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1978, and highest in 1977. The average life expectancy for Sykas in 1968 was 43, and 80 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Sykas 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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