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Mikus Family History

Mikus Surname Meaning

Czech, Slovak, Croatian, and Slovenian (Mikuš); Polish (also Mikuś); Ukrainian (standard transliteration Mykus), and Hungarian derive from a personal name equivalent to Nicholas. The variations include Czech and Slovak Mikuláš, Croatian Mikula, Slovenian Miklavž, Polish Mikołaj, Ukrainian Mykola, and Hungarian Miklós.

Compare Mickus. In some cases, this name also appears as an Americanized form of Slovenian Mikuž and Polish Mikusz. These names share cognates that further reflect the diverse linguistic heritage of the region.

With reference to the name's origins, its evolution can be traced through different cultures and languages, highlighting the interconnectedness of European names. Each variation carries its unique phonetic nuances and cultural significance.

The commonality among these names speaks to the popularity of the name Nicholas across various European countries, emphasizing its widespread appeal and adaptation.

Understanding these variations provides insight into how personal names evolve and change meaning and form across different linguistic landscapes.

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


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Where is the Mikus family from?

You can see how Mikus families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Mikus family name was found in the USA, Canada, and Scotland between 1841 and 1920. The most Mikus families were found in USA in 1920. In 1841 there was 1 Mikus family living in Aberdeenshire. This was 100% of all the recorded Mikus's in Scotland. Aberdeenshire had the highest population of Mikus families in 1841.
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What did your Mikus ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Laborer and Salesgirl were the top reported jobs for men and women in the USA named Mikus. 33% of Mikus men worked as a Laborer and 9% of Mikus women worked as a Salesgirl. Some less common occupations for Americans named Mikus were Miner and Housework.

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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

  • Laborer
    33%
  • Farmer
    16%
  • Proprietor
    6%
  • Miner
    6%

Top Female Occupations In 1940

  • Salesgirl
    9%
  • Teacher
    9%
  • Waitress
    9%
  • Housework
    9%

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Census Records

There are 2,000 census records available for the last name Mikus. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Mikus 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 1,000 immigration records available for the last name Mikus. 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 1,000 military records available for the last name Mikus. For the veterans among your Mikus ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Mikus lifespan?

Between 1950 and 2004, in the United States, Mikus life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1950, and highest in 1962. The average life expectancy for Mikus in 1950 was 31, and 81 in 2004.

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