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Chwalek Family History

Chwalek Surname Meaning

Polish (Chwałek): from a pet form of the personal name Chwalimir or Chwalisław or from chwalić ‘to prize or value’.

It may also derive from chwalic się ‘to boast (of something)’. This highlights a connection to virtues such as appreciation and self-promotion.

The name encapsulates traits of valuing oneself and one's accomplishments, making it a meaningful choice in Polish culture.

Overall, the usage of Chwałek reflects a rich linguistic heritage rooted in expressions of esteem and pride.

Whether as a surname or a nickname, it carries historical significance and personal resonance in interpersonal relationships.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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Where is the Chwalek family from?

You can see how Chwalek families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Chwalek family name was found in the USA, Canada, and Scotland between 1871 and 1920. The most Chwalek families were found in USA in 1920. In 1871 there were 2 Chwalek families living in Dumfries-shire. This was 100% of all the recorded Chwalek's in Scotland. Dumfries-shire had the highest population of Chwalek families in 1871.
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What did your Chwalek ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer was the top reported job for people in the USA named Chwalek. 31% of Chwalek men worked as a Laborer.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    31%
  • Machinist
    24%
  • Carpenter
    16%
  • Weaver
    16%

What Chwalek family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 446 census records available for the last name Chwalek. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Chwalek 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 304 immigration records available for the last name Chwalek. 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 352 military records available for the last name Chwalek. For the veterans among your Chwalek ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Chwalek lifespan?

Between 1962 and 2004, in the United States, Chwalek life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1967, and highest in 1974. The average life expectancy for Chwalek in 1962 was 67, and 89 in 2004.

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