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Platcek Family History

Platcek 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: Placek, Platek, Place, Plate, Piatek, Patek, Plack, Plater, Platner

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Where is the Platcek family from?

You can see how Platcek families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Platcek family name was found in the USA, and Scotland between 1871 and 1920. The most Platcek families were found in Scotland in 1871. In 1871 there were 6 Platcek families living in Renfrewshire. This was 100% of all the recorded Platcek's in Scotland. Renfrewshire had the highest population of Platcek families in 1871.
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Census Records

There are 17 census records available for the last name Platcek. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Platcek 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 2 immigration records available for the last name Platcek. 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 2 military records available for the last name Platcek. For the veterans among your Platcek ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Platcek lifespan?

Between 1976 and 1991, in the United States, Platcek life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1976, and highest in 1991. The average life expectancy for Platcek in 1976 was 77, and 84 in 1991.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Platcek 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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