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Mekaru Family History

Mekaru 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: Makar, Mears, Meka, Meara, Pekar, Makara, Menard, Meharg, Melara

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Census Records

There are 12 census records available for the last name Mekaru. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Mekaru 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 67 immigration records available for the last name Mekaru. 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 5 military records available for the last name Mekaru. For the veterans among your Mekaru ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Mekaru lifespan?

Between 1968 and 2000, in the United States, Mekaru life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1971, and highest in 1977. The average life expectancy for Mekaru in 1968 was 72, and 74 in 2000.

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