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Akewright Family History

Akewright 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: Arkwright, Akright, Wright, Cartwright, Wainwright, Enright, Albright

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Census Records

There are 22 census records available for the last name Akewright. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Akewright 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 642 immigration records available for the last name Akewright. 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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There are 2 military records available for the last name Akewright. For the veterans among your Akewright ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Akewright lifespan?

Between 1968 and 1987, in the United States, Akewright life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1968, and highest in 1987. The average life expectancy for Akewright in 1968 was 24, and 43 in 1987.

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