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Paterchak Family History

Paterchak 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: Patera, Pasternak, Zahorchak, Pathak, Marchak, Patrick, Marchal

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Census Records

There are 11 census records available for the last name Paterchak. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Paterchak 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 Paterchak. 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 Paterchak. For the veterans among your Paterchak ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Paterchak lifespan?

Between 1976 and 2001, in the United States, Paterchak life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1979, and highest in 2001. The average life expectancy for Paterchak in 1976 was 65, and 97 in 2001.

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