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Elkis Family History

Elkis 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: Elkin, Ellis, Ekis, Elks, Elkins, Melis, Lis, Elias, Allis, Lois

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Where is the Elkis family from?

You can see how Elkis families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Elkis family name was found in the USA, and the UK between 1880 and 1920. The most Elkis families were found in USA in 1880. In 1891 there were 6 Elkis families living in London. This was 100% of all the recorded Elkis's in United Kingdom. London had the highest population of Elkis families in 1891.
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Census Records

There are 230 census records available for the last name Elkis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Elkis 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 145 immigration records available for the last name Elkis. 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 29 military records available for the last name Elkis. For the veterans among your Elkis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Elkis lifespan?

Between 1963 and 2004, in the United States, Elkis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1983, and highest in 1994. The average life expectancy for Elkis in 1963 was 56, and 60 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Elkis 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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