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Meshishnek Family History

Meshishnek 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: Meissner, Messner, Messineo, Keshishian, Meisner, Shimanek, Mewhinney

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Census Records

There are 50 census records available for the last name Meshishnek. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Meshishnek 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 3 immigration records available for the last name Meshishnek. 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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There are 16 military records available for the last name Meshishnek. For the veterans among your Meshishnek ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Meshishnek lifespan?

Between 1969 and 2003, in the United States, Meshishnek life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1971, and highest in 1988. The average life expectancy for Meshishnek in 1969 was 56, and 80 in 2003.

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