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Pelocke Family History

Pelocke 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: Meloche, Placke, Plock, Pelotte, Locke, Klocke, Cocke, Lock, Peck

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Where is the Pelocke family from?

You can see how Pelocke families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Pelocke family name was found in Scotland in 1871. In 1871 there was 1 Pelocke family living in Wigtownshire. This was 100% of all the recorded Pelocke's in Scotland. Wigtownshire had the highest population of Pelocke families in 1871.
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Census Records

There are 12 census records available for the last name Pelocke. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Pelocke 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 6 immigration records available for the last name Pelocke. 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 5 military records available for the last name Pelocke. For the veterans among your Pelocke ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Pelocke lifespan?

Between 1983 and 1985, in the United States, Pelocke life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1983, and highest in 1985. The average life expectancy for Pelocke in 1983 was 61, and 86 in 1985.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Pelocke 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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