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Norakus Family History

Norakus 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: Norkus, Noakes, Norris, Borak, Nora, Novak, Oakes, Wirkus, Ramus

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Census Records

There are 2 census records available for the last name Norakus. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Norakus 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 4 immigration records available for the last name Norakus. 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 12 military records available for the last name Norakus. For the veterans among your Norakus ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Norakus lifespan?

Between 1951 and 2003, in the United States, Norakus life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1951, and highest in 1999. The average life expectancy for Norakus in 1951 was 30, and 45 in 2003.

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