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Potochniak Family History

Potochniak 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: Potocnik, Pitoniak, Pozniak, Potocki, Porchia, Stachnik, Antoniak

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What did your Potochniak ancestors do for a living?

In 1940, Shoe Worker was the top reported job for people in the USA named Potochniak. 100% of Potochniak men worked as a Shoe Worker.

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Top Male Occupations In 1940

  • Shoe Worker
    100%

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Census Records

There are 84 census records available for the last name Potochniak. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Potochniak 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 Potochniak. 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 57 military records available for the last name Potochniak. For the veterans among your Potochniak ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Potochniak lifespan?

Between 1963 and 2003, in the United States, Potochniak life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1992, and highest in 1976. The average life expectancy for Potochniak in 1963 was 72, and 66 in 2003.

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