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Merkov Family History

Merkov 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: Markov, Mero, Markos, Perko, Merlo, Merson, Marko, Berko, Merton

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Where is the Merkov family from?

You can see how Merkov families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Merkov family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there was 1 Merkov family living in Maryland. This was 100% of all the recorded Merkov's in USA. Maryland had the highest population of Merkov families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Merkov surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 14 census records available for the last name Merkov. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Merkov 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 9 immigration records available for the last name Merkov. 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 4 military records available for the last name Merkov. For the veterans among your Merkov ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Merkov lifespan?

Between 1976 and 1996, in the United States, Merkov life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1987, and highest in 1983. The average life expectancy for Merkov in 1976 was 65, and 41 in 1996.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Merkov ancestors lived in harsh conditions. A short lifespan might also indicate health problems that were once prevalent in your family. The SSDI is a searchable database of more than 70 million names. You can find birthdates, death dates, addresses and more.

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