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Markessinis Family History

Markessinis 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: Markussen, Markins, Marcelin, Messina, Markowski, Markin, Marken

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Census Records

There are 28 census records available for the last name Markessinis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Markessinis 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 40 immigration records available for the last name Markessinis. 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 12 military records available for the last name Markessinis. For the veterans among your Markessinis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Markessinis lifespan?

Between 1973 and 2002, in the United States, Markessinis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1985, and highest in 1998. The average life expectancy for Markessinis in 1973 was 83, and 50 in 2002.

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