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Kanofske Family History

Kanofske 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: Yanofsky, Janofsky, Kanouse, Kaske, Ganske, Karnowski, Manske

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Where is the Kanofske family from?

You can see how Kanofske families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Kanofske family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Kanofske family living in New York. This was about 50% of all the recorded Kanofske's in USA. New York and 1 other state had the highest population of Kanofske families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 22 census records available for the last name Kanofske. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Kanofske 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 642 immigration records available for the last name Kanofske. 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 5 military records available for the last name Kanofske. For the veterans among your Kanofske ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Kanofske lifespan?

Between 1966 and 1987, in the United States, Kanofske life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1966, and highest in 1977. The average life expectancy for Kanofske in 1966 was 69, and 81 in 1987.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Kanofske 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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