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Markov Family History

Markov Surname Meaning

Russian, Bulgarian, Macedonian, Serbian, Croatian, and Jewish (eastern Ashkenazic) are all languages and cultures that share a common connection through the personal name Mark.

This name has a South Slavic equivalent, Marko, which is widely recognized in these regions.

The patronymic form of the name indicates lineage and is a significant naming tradition in Slavic cultures.

It is important to note that the formation of the name incorporates the Slavic possessive suffix -ov, adding depth to its meaning.

These linguistic ties reveal the interconnectedness of various cultural identities in Eastern Europe.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022

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You can see how Markov families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Markov family name was found in the USA between 1880 and 1920. The most Markov families were found in USA in 1920. In 1880 there were 4 Markov families living in New York. This was 100% of all the recorded Markov's in USA. New York had the highest population of Markov families in 1880.

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Passenger Lists

There are 668 immigration records available for the last name Markov. 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 232 military records available for the last name Markov. For the veterans among your Markov ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Markov lifespan?

Between 1964 and 2004, in the United States, Markov life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1978, and highest in 1997. The average life expectancy for Markov in 1964 was 53, and 85 in 2004.

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