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Mendeke Family History

Mendeke 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: Mende, Mendyk, Mencke, Mendel, Mendez, Henneke, Mendes, Bendele

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Census Records

There are 14 census records available for the last name Mendeke. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Mendeke 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 5 immigration records available for the last name Mendeke. 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 17 military records available for the last name Mendeke. For the veterans among your Mendeke ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Mendeke lifespan?

Between 1960 and 1997, in the United States, Mendeke life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1996, and highest in 1997. The average life expectancy for Mendeke in 1960 was 52, and 81 in 1997.

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