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Matenko Family History

Matenko 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: Marengo, Manko, Marinko, Martinko, Mareno, Matecki, Matejka, Marenco

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Census Records

There are 77 census records available for the last name Matenko. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Matenko 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 53 immigration records available for the last name Matenko. 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 6 military records available for the last name Matenko. For the veterans among your Matenko ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Matenko lifespan?

Between 1967 and 2004, in the United States, Matenko life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1981, and highest in 2004. The average life expectancy for Matenko in 1967 was 66, and 94 in 2004.

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