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Jorques Family History

Jorques 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: Marques, Jacques, Jaques, Roques, Borquez, Forgues, Forquer, Marquis

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Census Records

There are 7 census records available for the last name Jorques. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Jorques 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 4 immigration records available for the last name Jorques. 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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There are 1,000 military records available for the last name Jorques. For the veterans among your Jorques ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Jorques lifespan?

Between 1998 and 2004, in the United States, Jorques life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1998, and highest in 2004. The average life expectancy for Jorques in 1998 was 84, and 92 in 2004.

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