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Wodesky Family History

Wodesky 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: Wolsky, Volesky, Olesky, Molesky, Konesky, Rodes, Brodsky, Modesto

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Where is the Wodesky family from?

You can see how Wodesky families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Wodesky family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Wodesky family living in West Virginia. This was 100% of all the recorded Wodesky's in USA. West Virginia had the highest population of Wodesky families in 1920.
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Census Records

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

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What is the average Wodesky lifespan?

Between 1971 and 2004, in the United States, Wodesky life expectancy was at its lowest point in 2000, and highest in 1971. The average life expectancy for Wodesky in 1971 was 89, and 73 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Wodesky 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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