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Hecq Family History

Hecq 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: Heck, Beck, He, Helm, Peck, Hick, Pech, Hey, Hees, Hecht

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Where is the Hecq family from?

You can see how Hecq families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Hecq family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Hecq families were found in USA in 1880. In 1880 there were 21 Hecq families living in Illinois. This was 100% of all the recorded Hecq's in USA. Illinois had the highest population of Hecq families in 1880.
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Census Records

There are 50 census records available for the last name Hecq. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Hecq 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 67 immigration records available for the last name Hecq. 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 22 military records available for the last name Hecq. For the veterans among your Hecq ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Hecq lifespan?

Between 1969 and 2004, in the United States, Hecq life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1983, and highest in 1995. The average life expectancy for Hecq in 1969 was 53, and 82 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Hecq 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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