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Benkoff Family History

Benkoff 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: Benhoff, Benko, Benshoff, Beloff, Benchoff, Minkoff, Bendorf, Lenhoff

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Where is the Benkoff family from?

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

There are 85 census records available for the last name Benkoff. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Benkoff 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 22 immigration records available for the last name Benkoff. 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 11 military records available for the last name Benkoff. For the veterans among your Benkoff ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Benkoff lifespan?

Between 1975 and 2002, in the United States, Benkoff life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1975, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Benkoff in 1975 was 61, and 76 in 2002.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Benkoff 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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