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Dofka Family History

Dofka 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: Sofka, Dock, Polka, Kafka, Dona, Dorta, Boffa, Dora, Doak, Donna

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Census Records

There are 54 census records available for the last name Dofka. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Dofka 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 16 immigration records available for the last name Dofka. 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 7 military records available for the last name Dofka. For the veterans among your Dofka ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Dofka lifespan?

Between 1952 and 2001, in the United States, Dofka life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1952, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Dofka in 1952 was 50, and 89 in 2001.

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