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Wenkam Family History

Wenkam 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: Wenham, Wenk, Leikam, Winham, Denham, Wenman, Neukam, Benham, De Kam

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Census Records

There are 16 census records available for the last name Wenkam. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Wenkam 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 12 immigration records available for the last name Wenkam. 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 1 military records available for the last name Wenkam. For the veterans among your Wenkam ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Wenkam lifespan?

Between 1973 and 2000, in the United States, Wenkam life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2000, and highest in 1973. The average life expectancy for Wenkam in 1973 was 85, and 80 in 2000.

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