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Deckas Family History

Deckas 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: Decker, Deck, Ducas, Deas, Dickes, Deras, Doukas, De Kam, Depas

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Where is the Deckas family from?

You can see how Deckas families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Deckas family name was found in the USA in 1880. In 1880 there was 1 Deckas family living in New York. This was 100% of all the recorded Deckas's in USA. New York had the highest population of Deckas families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 45 census records available for the last name Deckas. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Deckas 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 Deckas. 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 3 military records available for the last name Deckas. For the veterans among your Deckas ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Deckas lifespan?

Between 1981 and 2003, in the United States, Deckas life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1991, and highest in 1984. The average life expectancy for Deckas in 1981 was 92, and 86 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Deckas 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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