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Leikis Family History

Leikis 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: Lewis, Levis, Leikam, Leiker, Leidig, Leckie, Heikes, Leik, Leis

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Where is the Leikis family from?

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

There are 118 census records available for the last name Leikis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Leikis 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 25 immigration records available for the last name Leikis. 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 14 military records available for the last name Leikis. For the veterans among your Leikis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Leikis lifespan?

Between 1976 and 2004, in the United States, Leikis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1976, and highest in 2004. The average life expectancy for Leikis in 1976 was 50, and 75 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Leikis 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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