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Dolka Family History

Dolka 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: Polka, Kolka, Dulka, Dollar, Doll, Dole, Pola, Dolman, Volk, Molla

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Where is the Dolka family from?

You can see how Dolka families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Dolka family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Dolka families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 9 Dolka families living in Indiana. This was about 56% of all the recorded Dolka's in USA. Indiana had the highest population of Dolka families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 211 census records available for the last name Dolka. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Dolka 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 28 immigration records available for the last name Dolka. 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 27 military records available for the last name Dolka. For the veterans among your Dolka ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Dolka lifespan?

Between 1976 and 2003, in the United States, Dolka life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1976, and highest in 1978. The average life expectancy for Dolka in 1976 was 41, and 76 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Dolka 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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