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Hertnek Family History

Hertnek 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: Hartney, Herek, Beranek, Hertel, Hartner, Herter, Gertner, Herink

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Where is the Hertnek family from?

Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Hertnek surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 9 census records available for the last name Hertnek. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Hertnek 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 9 immigration records available for the last name Hertnek. 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 1 military records available for the last name Hertnek. For the veterans among your Hertnek ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Hertnek lifespan?

Between 1988 and 2004, in the United States, Hertnek life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1988, and highest in 2004. The average life expectancy for Hertnek in 1988 was 84, and 97 in 2004.

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