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Vinskus Family History

Vinskus 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: Minkus, Vinokur, Vitkus, Pinkus, Rinkus, Mikus, Biskup, Fiscus

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Where is the Vinskus family from?

You can see how Vinskus families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Vinskus family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Vinskus families living in Massachusetts. This was about 67% of all the recorded Vinskus's in USA. Massachusetts had the highest population of Vinskus families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 54 census records available for the last name Vinskus. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Vinskus 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 8 immigration records available for the last name Vinskus. 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 8 military records available for the last name Vinskus. For the veterans among your Vinskus ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Vinskus lifespan?

Between 1967 and 2000, in the United States, Vinskus life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1984, and highest in 1985. The average life expectancy for Vinskus in 1967 was 58, and 69 in 2000.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Vinskus 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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