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Penkos Family History

Penkos 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: Pinkos, Perko, Panko, Penk, Enos, Penrose, Benko, Perkes, Xenos

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Where is the Penkos family from?

You can see how Penkos families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Penkos family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Penkos families living in Ohio. This was about 67% of all the recorded Penkos's in USA. Ohio had the highest population of Penkos families in 1920.
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Census Records

There are 38 census records available for the last name Penkos. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Penkos 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 41 immigration records available for the last name Penkos. 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 13 military records available for the last name Penkos. For the veterans among your Penkos ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Penkos lifespan?

Between 1981 and 2004, in the United States, Penkos life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1991, and highest in 1981. The average life expectancy for Penkos in 1981 was 86, and 82 in 2004.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Penkos 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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