This page needs Javascript enabled in order to work properly. Click here for instructions on how to enable it in your browser.
Surname Header Image
Get access to Markish family records.Start a 14-Day Free Trial

Markish Family History

Markish 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: Parrish, Martis, Markos, Maris, Markin, Marsh, Barish, Darwish

Search for a relative to learn more about your family history.

Hint: Try searching for a relative alive in 1940.

Where is the Markish family from?

You can see how Markish families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Markish family name was found in the USA, and Canada between 1911 and 1920. The most Markish families were found in USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 5 Markish families living in Pennsylvania. This was about 63% of all the recorded Markish's in USA. Pennsylvania had the highest population of Markish families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Markish surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
Mapbox
© Mapbox © OpenStreetMap Improve this map

What did your Markish ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer was the top reported job for people in the USA named Markish. 100% of Markish men worked as a Laborer.

View Census Data for Markish | Data not to scale

*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

United States shown, England data unavailable

Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Laborer
    100%

What Markish family records will you find?

Census Records

There are 111 census records available for the last name Markish. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Markish census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

Search UK census records for Markish

Passenger Lists

There are 8 immigration records available for the last name Markish. 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.

View all Markish immigration records

Draft Cards

There are 36 military records available for the last name Markish. For the veterans among your Markish ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

View all Markish military records

You've only scratched the surface of Markish family history

Discover More

What is the average Markish lifespan?

Between 1963 and 2004, in the United States, Markish life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1975, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Markish in 1963 was 77, and 52 in 2004.

View Social Security Death Index (SSDI) for Markish

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Markish 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.

Discover the unique achievements of ancestors in the Markish family tree

Explore Your Tree
Search for another surname
Enter last name/surname
Start a 14-Day Free Trial