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Melquist Family History

Melquist Surname Meaning

Swedish: ornamental name composed of either mell- (from a placename element meaning ‘middle’) or mäl- (originally the same placename element as mell or an altered form of mal ‘gravel’).

It combines with quist, which is an old or ornamental spelling of kvist meaning ‘twig’.

This naming convention reflects the linguistic heritage and regional significance of these elements in Swedish culture.

Names like this are often rooted in the geography and nature of the region, showcasing the importance of the environment in Swedish identity.

Understanding such names provides insight into how historical and cultural influences shape the language and nomenclature over time.

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


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Where is the Melquist family from?

You can see how Melquist families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Melquist family name was found in the USA, and the UK between 1880 and 1920. The most Melquist families were found in USA in 1920. In 1891 there was 1 Melquist family living in Dorset. This was 100% of all the recorded Melquist's in United Kingdom. Dorset had the highest population of Melquist families in 1891.
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What did your Melquist ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Farmer and Stenographer were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Melquist. 42% of Melquist men worked as a Farmer and 34% of Melquist women worked as a Stenographer. Some less common occupations for Americans named Melquist were Carpenter and Laborer.

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

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Farmer
    42%
  • Laborer
    14%
  • Labor
    14%
  • Carpenter
    11%

Top Female Occupations In 1940

  • Stenographer
    34%
  • Housekeeper
    34%
  • Laborer
    34%

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Census Records

There are 1,000 census records available for the last name Melquist. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Melquist 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 293 immigration records available for the last name Melquist. 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 228 military records available for the last name Melquist. For the veterans among your Melquist ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Melquist lifespan?

Between 1957 and 2004, in the United States, Melquist life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1957, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Melquist in 1957 was 43, and 86 in 2004.

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