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Placksin Family History

Placksin 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: Glackin, Blackson, Packman, Lakin, Larkin, Plack, Laskin, Acklin

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Census Records

There are 12 census records available for the last name Placksin. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Placksin 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

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There are 3 military records available for the last name Placksin. For the veterans among your Placksin ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Placksin lifespan?

Between 1971 and 2003, in the United States, Placksin life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1980, and highest in 1971. The average life expectancy for Placksin in 1971 was 99, and 93 in 2003.

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