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Fonkert Family History

Fonkert 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: Folkert, Pinkert, Benkert, Fonner, Foskett, Jonker, Fonger, Dankert

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Where is the Fonkert family from?

You can see how Fonkert families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Fonkert family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Fonkert family living in New York. This was 100% of all the recorded Fonkert's in USA. New York had the highest population of Fonkert families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 74 census records available for the last name Fonkert. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Fonkert 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 44 immigration records available for the last name Fonkert. 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 10 military records available for the last name Fonkert. For the veterans among your Fonkert ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Fonkert lifespan?

Between 1974 and 2001, in the United States, Fonkert life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1974, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Fonkert in 1974 was 59, and 88 in 2001.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Fonkert 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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